Body Mass Index Perception, Body Image Dissatisfaction and Their Relations with Weight-Related Behaviors among University Students

Body Mass Index Perception, Body Image Dissatisfaction and Their Relations with Weight-Related Behaviors among University Students

The prevalence of obesity is increasing globally and is linked with poor body image perception. The aim of the present study was to identify the relationships of body image (BI) and body mass index (BMI) with weight control practices among university students. A cross-sectional study on a sample of...

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Main Authors: Hadia Radwan, Hayder A. Hasan, Haneen Ismat, Hala Hakim, Hiba Khalid, Leen Al-Fityani, Rawand Mohammed, Alzahraa Ayman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-05-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
body image
body mass index
physical activity
perceived BMI
weight control
university students
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/16/9/1541

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