2022
DOI: 10.4103/jehp.jehp_855_21
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Relationship of eating behavior and self-esteem with body image perception and other factors among female college students of University of Delhi

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Eating disorders (EDs) can lead to life-threatening nutritional deficiencies whereas self-esteem influences interpersonal relationships and academic performance. Excessive concerns about body image resulting in body dissatisfaction not only affect psychological well-being but also predisposes to disordered eating behaviors. The objective of this study is to assess the eating behavior and level of self-esteem, their relationship with body image perception and also identify factors associ… Show more

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“…While such an approach is useful, it neglects other domains that are necessary to provide the broader picture. Furthermore, most studies had modest sample sizes, thus limiting their generalizability [18,19,27]. The present study bridges these knowledge gaps by extensively describing multiple mental health domains as a function of gender and academic levels comprising Bachelor of Science (BSc), Master of Science (MSc), and Doctoral (PhD) students.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 96%
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“…While such an approach is useful, it neglects other domains that are necessary to provide the broader picture. Furthermore, most studies had modest sample sizes, thus limiting their generalizability [18,19,27]. The present study bridges these knowledge gaps by extensively describing multiple mental health domains as a function of gender and academic levels comprising Bachelor of Science (BSc), Master of Science (MSc), and Doctoral (PhD) students.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 96%
“…These cover personal strengths and resources (e.g., self-esteem, engagement), which are linked to resiliency, intrinsic motivation, and better academic performance [17]. For instance, 84-90% of college students in India, Iran, and Spain reported at least medium self-esteem [18][19][20], for which negative correlations with student irritation [21] and independent associations with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress [20] have been demonstrated. Similarly, engagement has also been shown to be inversely associated with burnout [22] and depressive symptoms [12] among university students.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…At this age, adolescents begin to choose the food they consume and pay attention to their body shape according to their self-perception and social environment ( 13 ). Adolescents who have a negative body perception are likely to make the wrong diet and lead to nutritional deficiencies ( 14 ). The aims of this study is to:…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The power and impact of companions are more prominent during puberty than at some other time throughout everyday life. [ 1 2 3 ]…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%