Comparisons of body image dimensions by race/ethnicity and gender in a university population

Miller, Katherine; Gleaves, David H.; Hirsch, Tera G.; Green, Bradley A.; Snow, Alicia C.; Corbett, Chanda C.

doi:10.1002/(sici)1098-108x(200004)27:3<310::aid-eat8>3.0.co;2-q

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“…However, the current and ideal figures selected by African Americans were larger than those selected by Caucasians. This is consistent with previous research suggesting that African Americans are more comfortable with a larger body size than are Caucasians (Gluck & Geliebter, 2002;Miller & Gleaves, 2000). Further, African Americans reported higher BMIs than did Caucasians, which is also consistent with previous research (Perry et al 2004).…”

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“…Males, by contrast, appear to be generally satisfied with their overall body shape and size, although some may wish to be larger or more muscular (Peixoto-Labre, 2002;Stanford & McCabe, 2005). Additional studies have revealed that African Americans tend to report less body dissatisfaction than Caucasians, as well as a preference for a larger current figure and a larger ideal figure than Caucasians (Gluck & Geliebter, 2002;Miller & Gleaves, 2000). Further, when evaluating opposite sex body preferences, African American men find a larger female figure more attractive than do Caucasian men (Jackson & McGill, 1996;Thompson, Sargent, & Kemper, 1996).…”

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Gender and ethnic differences in body image and opposite sex figure preferences of rural adolescents

2007

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This study examined whether rural adolescents would report gender and ethnic differences in body image similar to those that have been observed in urban samples. Data were analyzed for 384 rural adolescents (57% African American, 43% Caucasian, mean age 13 yr) to determine gender and ethnic differences in body dissatisfaction, body size discrepancy, and current and ideal figure ratings. Females wanted to be smaller and reported more body dissatisfaction than did males. Caucasian females reported the most body dissatisfaction. African Americans reported larger current and ideal figure ratings than did Caucasians. African Americans preferred larger opposite sex figures than did Caucasians. Both African American and Caucasian males selected a larger female figure as ideal than was selected by females. Results demonstrated that gender and ethnic differences exist in body image for rural adolescents. This frequently overlooked population may benefit from further study. Implications of findings and limitations of the study are also discussed. KeywordsGender differences; Ethnic differences; Body Image; Rural; Adolescents Numerous studies have shown that adolescent females are dissatisfied with their shape and weight and prefer a thinner body figure (Demarest & Allen, 2000;Gardner, Friedman, & Jackson, 1999). Males, by contrast, appear to be generally satisfied with their overall body shape and size, although some may wish to be larger or more muscular (Peixoto-Labre, 2002;Stanford & McCabe, 2005). Additional studies have revealed that African Americans tend to report less body dissatisfaction than Caucasians, as well as a preference for a larger current figure and a larger ideal figure than Caucasians (Gluck & Geliebter, 2002;Miller & Gleaves, 2000). Further, when evaluating opposite sex body preferences, African American men find a larger female figure more attractive than do Caucasian men (Jackson & McGill, 1996;Thompson, Sargent, & Kemper, 1996). African American and Caucasian women prefer both thin and muscular builds for the opposite sex (Jackson & McGill, 1996).The majority of these studies examined urban/suburban populations. Little is known about the body image of rural adolescents. These individuals, because of their remote location and oftentimes low socio-economic status (Fries, Meyer, & Danish, 2001) This is a PDF file of an unedited manuscript that has been accepted for publication. As a service to our customers we are providing this early version of the manuscript. The manuscript will undergo copyediting, typesetting, and review of the resulting proof before it is published in its final citable form. Please note that during the production process errors may be discovered which could affect the content, and all legal disclaimers that apply to the journal pertain. NIH Public Access NIH-PA Author ManuscriptNIH-PA Author Manuscript NIH-PA Author Manuscript media images that promote the adoption of a thin body ideal. However, this issue has not been explored. If body image concerns exist, lack of rese...

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“…First, our sample consisted entirely of Caucasian individuals. As BMI, 12 -14 and possibly body image, 15,16 are known to differ by ethnic group, it would be unwise to apply these norms to non-Caucasian populations. Second, our BMI norms are based on self-reported height and weight.…”

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Relating body mass index to figural stimuli: population-based normative data for Caucasians

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OBJECTIVE:To establish body mass index (BMI) norms for standard figural stimuli using a large Caucasian population-based sample. In addition, we sought to determine the effectiveness of the figural stimuli to identify individuals as obese or thin. DESIGN: All Caucasian twins born in Virginia between 1915 and 1971 were identified by public birth record. In addition, 3347 individual twins responded to a letter published in the newsletter of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). All adult twins (aged 18 and over) from both of these sources and their family members were mailed a 16 page 'Health and Lifestyle' questionnaire. SUBJECTS: BMI and silhouette data were available on 16 728 females and 11 366 males ranging in age from 18 -100. MEASUREMENTS: Self-report information on height-weight, current body size, desired body size and a discrepancy score using standard figural stimuli. RESULTS: Gender-and age-specific norms are presented linking BMI to each of the figural stimuli. Additional norms for desired body size and discrepancy scores are also presented. Receiver operating curves (ROC) indicate that the figural stimuli are effective in classifying individuals as obese or thin. CONCLUSIONS: With the establishment of these norms, the silhouettes used in standard body image assessment can now be linked to BMI. Differences were observed between women and men in terms of desired body size and discrepancy scores, with women preferring smaller sizes. The figural stimuli are a robust technique for classifying individuals as obese or thin.

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“…Concerns with body image and weight dissatisfaction have focused much of the research on eating disorders (Stanford & McCabe, 2002;Striegel-Moore & Smolak, 2000;Miller & Gleaves et al, 2000). Meanwhile other researchers have suggested that the more complex relationship between perceptions of self and those of the other sex add to increased body dissatisfaction and risk for eating disorders (Gleaves & Cepeda-Benito et al, 2000;Stanford & McCabe, 2002).…”

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Impact of Media on Development of Eating Disorders in Young Females of Pakistan

Abideen¹,

Latif²,

Khan³

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This study examines the impact of media on development of eating disorders in young females of Pakistan by analyzing eating disorder, weight-related issues and critically evaluating the factors, which lead to the eating disorder in females. Based on study, it is suggested that the occurrence of eating disorders and the number of young females who employ weight loss endeavors are increasing at an alarming rate. Efforts directed toward the impediment of eating disorders are needed to invalidate this tendency. Suggestions for future research include standardization of procedure. An empirical base to support the use of proposed factors; more sustained, stepwise research analyzing the eating disorder in females and rigorous programs that have sufficiently large sample sizes and lengthy follow-up periods to detect effects, will be more informative. Recommendations are proposed for health care providers and marketers to help prevent both chubbiness and eating disorders among young females. These recommendations put great emphasis on the importance of helping young females and their families, for a sustained behavioral change.

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Comparisons of body image dimensions by race/ethnicity and gender in a university population

Cited by 148 publications

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Gender and ethnic differences in body image and opposite sex figure preferences of rural adolescents

Gender and ethnic differences in body image and opposite sex figure preferences of rural adolescents

Relating body mass index to figural stimuli: population-based normative data for Caucasians

Impact of Media on Development of Eating Disorders in Young Females of Pakistan

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