Self-determination theory proposes a multidimensional representation of motivation
comprised of several factors said to fall along a continuum of relative autonomy. The current …

The pressure on boys and men to engage in extensive body practices (eg, closely monitored
eating and exercise habits) and achieve ideal male bodies has grown significantly over the …

Purpose/Objectives: To test body-related shame and guilt as predictors of breast cancer
survivors'(BCS') moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA) during six months …

This study examined whether body checking was a correlate of weight-and body-related
shame and guilt for men and women. Participants were 537 adults (386 women) between …

Objective: This study examined whether within-person changes of breast cancer survivors'
high-arousal negative affect (eg, feeling scared, upset, anxious, or guilty) could predict high …

Framed within social self-preservation theory, the present study investigated men's
psychobiological responses to social-evaluative body image threats. University men (n= 66) …

This thesis examined how physical fitness is associated with self-reported physical activity
(PA), eating habits and psychosocial factors among Finnish men who engaged in the …

Insufficient physical activity (PA) and poor physical fitness are risks for several
noncommunicable diseases among working-aged men. PA programs have been launched …

Body image issues have traditionally been perceived as women's issues, but this is no
longer true. Both men and women are impacted by social pressures to look perfect …

Diagnosis and treatment for cancer may increase experiences of stress among breast
cancer survivors (BCS) by sensitizing individuals to changes in body image. Body-related …