OBJECTIVE: This study applied a multi-method approach to examine the relationship
between body mass index (BMI) and the experience of victimization during adolescence by …

In the current prospective study, we investigated (1) whether high and low BMI in early
childhood puts a child at risk of victimization by their peers, and (2) whether being victimized …

Background Evidence has not been conclusive on whether adolescent overweight is
associated with mental health, possibly caused by indirect, yet untested associations …

Background: The current study examined the pathway from peer victimization to depressive
symptoms and body mass index (BMI) as mediated by self‐concept for physical appearance …

Background It is well-documented that obese children and adolescents tend to experience a
variety of negative physical and psychological health consequences. Despite the …

Background: Despite recognition of the link between body mass index (BMI) and depression
in adolescence, the underlying mechanisms behind this association remain understudied …

Aim: to examine associations between childhood maltreatment and adulthood obesity, and
mediating effects of adolescent depressive symptoms and BMI, using the US National …

Introduction The present study examined the relationships between bullying victimization
experiences, body esteem (BE), and body dissatisfaction (BD) by obesity status. Methods …

To determine whether different types of childhood adversity are associated with body mass
index (BMI) in adolescence, we studied 147 adolescents aged 13–17 years, 41% of whom …

Background Studies among adults show an association between abuse and Body Mass
Index (BMI) status. When an aberrant BMI status as a consequence of abuse is already …