Abstract

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between fat phobia, body image perception and theirs effects on healthy lifestyle behaviors. Materials and Methods: This descriptive study consisted of 548 individuals. Data was collected by using the socio-demographic form, Fat Phobia Scale (FPS) and Body Perception Scale (BPS). Results: FPS mean score of participants was 2.88±0.35, BPS mean score was 139,59±28,77. Participants who do regular physical activity, have regular diet, pay attention to the content of meal and constantly dieters were had higher BPS and who do regular physical activity, dont regularly consume three main meals had higher FPS scores. Conclusion: Determining fatphobia levels and body image perceptions would be beneficial at giving healthy lifestyle behavior counseling to people by being more careful in practice.

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