Body image: social influences, ethnic differences and impact on self-esteem / Social Influences, Ethnic Differences and Impact on Self-esteem

The relationship between self-esteem and body image has been well-established such that low levels of self-esteem have been found to be associated with body image concerns. The authors review previous research on the link between low self-esteem and body image concerns and then discuss more recent research concerning the importance of contingent self-esteem in this connection. The next chapter provides a discussion on the commonness of body dissatisfaction among contemporary Western young women and suggests re-embodiment as a means of transforming this experience. Chapter 3 explores the relationship between appearance satisfaction emotional overeating, experiences of racism and BMI among Black and African American women. Ethnic identity plays an important role in the self-concept related to feelings and attitudes. Chapter 4 explores the ethnic differences in self-esteem and body image among adolescents, as well as the need to address ethnicity in prevention programs. The remaining chapters of the book focus on body image in adolescent pregnancy; magazine image influence, extraversion and body image in college males; sociocultural factors, body image factors and self-esteem on school-age males and females, the perception of self-image in older people and how it changes throughout life; an examination of how the way woman perceive themselves influences the psychosexual impact on quality of life; and finally, how people can improve or develop a healthier investment in appearance. BODY IMAGE SOCIAL INFLUENCES, ETHNIC DIFFERENCES AND IMPACT ON SELF-ESTEEM BODY IMAGE SOCIAL INFLUENCES, ETHNIC DIFFERENCES AND IMPACT ON SELF-ESTEEM Contents Preface Chapter 1 Self-Esteem and Body Image: The Importance of Contingent Self-Esteem Abstract Introduction Self-Esteem Self-Esteem and Body Image Contingent Self-Esteem Appearance-Based Contingent Self-Esteem Appearance-Based Contingent Self-Esteem, Self-Esteem Level, and Body Image Conclusion References Chapter 2 From Body Dissatisfaction to Embodied Connection: Exploring Young Women’s Body Experiences Abstract Introduction Material and Method Body Dissatisfaction and Self-Critical Body Surveillance Cultural Criticism and Self Criticism Embodied Connections Conclusion References Chapter 3 Associations between Racism, Emotional Overeating, and Appearance Satisfaction among Black Women Abstract Literature Review Black Women, Body Image, and Binge Eating The Role of Black Men Racism in the Lives of Black Women The Current Study Method Participants Procedure Measures Demographic Questionnaire Daily Life Experiences/Racial Hassles (DLER) Appearance Satisfaction Questionnaire (ASQ) Emotional Overeating Questionnaire (EOQ) Results The Relationship between Appearance Satisfaction, BMI, Emotional Overeating, and Appearance Satisfaction due to the Influence of Black Men Emotional Overeating Across BMI Groups Predictors of BMI Predictors of Emotional Overeating Discussion Appearance Satisfaction BMI and Weight Perception The Role of Black Men Emotional Overeating and Racism Strengths and Limitations Clinical Implications References Chapter 4 Ethnicity-Related Differences in Responses to “In Favor of Myself” – A Wellness Program to Enhance Positive Self and Body Image among Adolescents Abstract Introduction Ethnic Differences in Self-Esteem and Body Image among Adolescents Ethnicity and Prevention Ethnic Differences in Self-Esteem and Body Image among Druze vs. Jewish Adolescents "In Favor of Myself" – Ethnic Differences in Program Outcome Conclusion References Chapter 5 Body Image in Adolescent Pregnancy: A Comparison with the Adult Research Abstract Introduction Depression and Body Image in Pregnancy Eating Behaviors and Body Image in Pregnancy Socioenvironmental Factors and Body Image in Pregnancy Future Research Considerations Conclusion References Chapter 6 Magazine Image Influence, Extraversion and Body Image in Fraternity and Non-Fraternity College Males Abstract The Present Study Method Participants Procedure Results Discussion References Chapter 7 Body Image, Sociocultural Influences and Self-Esteem: The Case of Cyprus Abstract Introduction Sociocultural Influences and Self-Esteem on Body Image The Case of Cyprus Recent Developments and Findings in Cyprus Conclusion and Recommendations References Chapter 8 The Concept of the Body Image in Old People in Relation to Psychiatric Disorders Abstract Introduction Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Chapter 9 The Impact of Gynecological Conditions on Body Image, Sexual Function and Quality of Life Abstract The Impact of Gynecological Conditions on Body Image, Sexual Function, and Quality of Life Gynecologic Malignancy Ovarian Cancer Endometrial Cancer Cervical Cancer Vulvar Cancer General Conclusions for GYN Malignancies Breast Cancer Pelvic Floor Disorders Benign Pathologies Endometriosis Uterine Fibroids Vaginismus Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Aging and Menopause Conclusion References Chapter 10 Sociocultural Routes to Unhealthy Body Image Investment Abstract Introduction What Is Body Image Investment? How Does It Become Unhealthy? A Sociocultural Pathway A Motivational Pathway What Impact Does It Have on One’s Self-Esteem and Psychological Functioning? How Can It Be Improved? Getting a Deeper Understanding of Body Image Investment Working Towards a Positive Image Refocusing ...from “How It Looks” to “What It Can Do” Promoting an Autonomous Motivational Style Conclusion References Index