The objective of the present study was to compare body dissatisfaction of pregnant (n= 1245
overall; n= 320 trimester 1, n= 497 trimester 2, n= 428 trimester 3) and non-pregnant (n …

This study examined changes in body image and predictors of body dissatisfaction during
pregnancy. It was expected that higher levels of depression, social comparison tendencies …

Background Available data suggest that body dissatisfaction is common during pregnancy
and may even be a precursor to post-natal depression. However, in order to accurately …

Body image dissatisfaction refers to negative thoughts and feelings individuals have towards
their own body appearance and this is thought to be affected by the physiological changes …

Pregnancy and childbirth result in dramatic changes in a woman's body shape, which can
be associated with body image concerns. To date, however, little is known about how …

The current study examines how body satisfaction of pregnant women compares to that of
nonpregnant women. The sample included 68 pregnant and 927 nonpregnant young …

Background During pregnancy, womens bodies undergo rapid changes in body weight and
body size within a relatively short period of time. Pregnancy may therefore be associated …

Body image issues and disordered eating are relatively under-researched areas within
midlife populations. Accordingly, this study investigated the applicability of the Tripartite …

Dissatisfaction with one's body image is widespread and can have serious health
consequences; however, research about its prevalence and correlates in older women is …

Background Women in the postpartum period come under multi-level pressure to return to
pre-pregnancy body shape and size. This pressure can lead to reduced body image …