Body image concerns throughout the lifespan

Jacalyn J. Robert-Mccomb

doi:10.1007/978-1-59745-534-3_1

Body image concerns throughout the lifespan

Jacalyn J. Robert-Mccomb

Kinesiology and Sport Management

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Abstract

After completing this chapter, you should have an understanding of the following: The difference between normal body image concerns, body dissatisfaction, and the preoccupation with body image concerns, or a pathological concern for thinness. Mediating factors that contribute to body image dissatisfaction in females. Prepubertal, adolescent, young adult, midlife, and older adult body image concerns. Clinical assessment tools for the evaluation of body image. Effective body image education and management programs referenced in the scientific literature.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Active Female
Subtitle of host publication	Health Issues Throughout The Lifespan
Publisher	Humana Press
Pages	3-15
Number of pages	13
ISBN (Print)	9781588297303
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-59745-534-3_1
State	Published - 2008

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