It remains unclear whether body dissatisfaction, a widely recognized predictor of eating-
related pathologies and depressive symptomatology, is consistent across cohorts and time …

Abstract Theory suggests promoting positive body image (PBI) through interventions would
have a significant impact on health and well-being. However, little is known about the …

Abstract The Sociocultural Attitudes Towards Appearance Questionnaire-3 (SATAQ-3) and
its earlier versions are measures designed to assess societal and interpersonal aspects of …

Body dissatisfaction is a major source of suffering among women of all ages. One potential
factor that could mitigate body dissatisfaction is self-compassion, a construct that is …

This article provides a survey of eating disorders in men, highlights the dramatic rise in
eating disorders, identifies issues specific to males, and suggests areas for research and …

Although research on positive body image has increased, little research has explored which
variables protect body appreciation during body-related threats. Self-compassion may be …

Objectification theory proposes that widespread sexualization causes women to engage in
surveillance of their appearance. We integrated this concept into a model with constructs …

Diagnostic criteria and empirical research suggests an intimate connection between low self-
esteem and psychopathology. The purpose of the present work is to provide a review of the …

This longitudinal study examined gender differences in the relationship between self-esteem
and depression among Chinese college students during the four academic years. Results …

Abstract The Physical Appearance Comparison Scale (PACS; Thompson, Heinberg, &
Tantleff, 1991) was revised to assess appearance comparisons relevant to women and men …