Abstract
AbstractObjectiveThis study examined the validity of a model predicting weight restricting behaviour both cross‐sectionally and longitudinally.MethodParticipants comprised 1207 girls aged from 12 to 14 years. The girls completed self‐report questionnaires at three time points over 1‐year intervals.ResultsThe cross‐sectional results suggested that weight preoccupation and body dissatisfaction directly predicted weight restricting behaviour. In addition, upset induced by teasing, depressive symptoms, BMI and negative attributional style demonstrated indirect effects on weight restricting behaviour through their effects on body dissatisfaction and/or weight preoccupation. Longitudinally however, only weight restricting behaviour and body dissatisfaction were significant in the prediction of weight restricting behaviour.DiscussionThe implications of the results are discussed, together with suggestions for future research. Copyright © 2006 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and Eating Disorders Association.
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