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KMID : 0388320110180040452
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Journal of Korean Academy of Fundamental Nursing
2011 Volume.18 No. 4 p.452 ~ p.462
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Factors Affecting Body image of Undergraduate Students
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Yom Young-Hee
Lee Kyu-Eun
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Abstract
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the factors affecting body image among undergraduate students.
Methods: The research design for this study was a descriptive survey design using a convenience sampling. Data collection was done using self-report questionnaires with 319 undergraduate students located in 3 cities, Seoul, Gangneung and Seosan. Pearson correlation coefficients and hierarchical multiple regression with the SPSS Win 12.0 Program were used to analyze the data.
Results: In the hierarchical multiple regression analysis, gender, height, weight and college major were controlled. Body surveillance and body shame significantly predicted 72.3% of appearance orientation. Sociocultural attitudes toward appearance and self-esteem significantly predicted 33.5% of appearance evaluation. Self-esteem and body surveillance significantly predicted 15.9% of health orientation. Self-esteem significantly predicted 23.3% of health evaluation.
Conclusion: Findings from this study provide a comprehensive understanding of body image and related factors in undergraduate students in Korea. However, further study with a larger random sample and more a detailed research design is necessary.
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KEYWORD
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Undergraduate, Body image, Self-Esteem
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