Mean Scores Of Body Image Research Articles

The Relationship Between Body Image and Meaning of Life Among Women with Breast Cancer in Kerman, Iran

We aimed to examine the relationship between body image and the meaning of life among women with breast cancer. The analytic sample included 142 women with breast cancer, and data were collected using a standardized questionnaire through face-to-face interviews. We used Kolmogorov–Smirnov test, Pearson test, Spearman and Mann–Whitney U test to determine the relationship between the research variables. We found an association between the mean score of body image and the mean score of the meaning of life. As the average score of body image increases, the score of the meaning of life increases (p < 0.05). Findings indicated that the body image score increases by increasing the score of the meaning of life and its dimensions, especially existential vacuum and acceptance of death. Future research and targeted treatments should consider the role of body image in shaping the meaning of life among women with breast cancer.

The Effect of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy-Based Psychoeducation on Body Image, Quality of Sexual Life, and Dyadic Adjustment of Women After Breast Cancer Surgery.

To determine the effect of acceptance and commitment therapy-based psychoeducation applied to women who have undergone breast cancer surgery on body image, quality of sexual life, and dyadic adjustment. Women who have undergone breast cancer surgery were included. The research had a single-group quasi-experimental design with pre-/post-test measurements and 31 participants. The research was carried out between February and July 2021. Data were collected using a personal information form, a body image perception scale, the Dyadic Adjustment Scale, and the Sexual Quality of Life-Female. The post-test mean scores of body image, quality of sexual life, and dyadic adjustment scales were significantly higher than pretest (p < 0.05). To improve the body image, quality of sexual life, and dyadic adjustment of women who have undergone breast cancer surgery, nurses are recommended to include psychoeducation based on acceptance and commitment therapy interventions in the nursing care process and to evaluate the effectiveness.

Body image and body mass index of pregnant woman do not affect the growth indicators of newborns. A Cross-Sectional Study

Aims: The aim of the study is to investigate the relationship between the body image and body mass index (BMI) of pregnant women with newborn growth indicators in selected hospitals of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 420 pregnant women over 17 years old, who were selected by consumptive sampling method, in the hospitals affiliated to Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. The research questionnaire was conducted through the multidimensional questionnaire of a person's attitude towards her body image (MBSRQ). Due to the large number of sample size, Pearson's inferential test was used and P&amp;lt;0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The mean age of the women was 29.52±6.04 year, mean BMI was 24.66±3.96 kg/m2, and mean score of body image was 249.86±22.27. The body image score was not significantly associated with newborn growth indicators (birthweight p=0.222, length p=0.534, head circumference p=0.537). Also, the women’s BMI was not significantly related to the newborn growth indicators (birthweight p=0.180, length p=0.577, head circumference p=0.720). The BMI was inversely related to satisfaction with different body parts (p&amp;lt;0.001), individual's attitude towards weight (p&amp;lt;0.001) and total score of women's body image (p&amp;lt;0.001). Conclusions: the body image in pregnancy had a significant relationship with the women's BMI. However, more comprehensive prospective studies are recommended to carefully examine the effects of pregnant women's body image on newborns growth (both term and preterm), because studies in this area are very limited.

Body image, physical activity, quality of life, and community reintegration of individuals with acquired mobility disability in a Nigerian population

Purpose To assess the quality of life (QOL), physical activity (PA), community reintegration (CR), and body image (BI) among adults with acquired mobility disabilities. Relationships between the constructs were also assessed in order to ascertain how a change in one construct could influence the other. Materials and methods This cross-sectional survey involved 157 adults (mean age = 47.51 ± 21.08 years) consecutively recruited from conveniently selected centers in South-east Nigeria. The Short-Form 36-Item Health Survey, the Multidimensional Body Self Relations, the Reintegration to Normal Living Index, and the Short-Form 7-Day International Physical Activity questionnaires were used to assess participants’ QOL, BI, CR, and PA respectively. Participants’ scores and socio-demographic information were summarised using descriptive statistics while the Spearman test analysed the relationships between constructs. Results Participants’ mean QOL (43.23 ± 13.07), CR (48.09 ± 22.84), and BI (2.91 ± 0.51) scores were poor while their mean PA score (4.39 ± 4.56 × 103 MET-min/week) was high. PA had significant positive relationships with CR (rho = 0.25; p < 0.01) and QOL (rho = 0.33; p < 0.01). BI had a significant positive relationship with CR (rho = 0.28; p = 0.01). Conclusions PA was high for this sample of individuals with mobility disability receiving physiotherapy but QOL, CR, and BI were poor. Based on observed correlations, rehabilitation interventions for enhancing PA may help improve QOL and CR. IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATION Mobility disabilities are very common and burdensome in Nigeria and other African countries. Quality of life, physical activity, community reintegration, and body image can be adversely affected among individuals with mobility disabilities. Understanding relationships between these constructs among individuals with mobility disabilities could help in enhancing rehabilitation planning and outcomes. Physical activity relates to both community reintegration and life quality, whereas body image relates to community integration.

Body image before and after coronary artery bypass graft surgery: comparison and its contributing factors

BackgroundCardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the world. Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is among the treatment options for coronary artery disease. However, it is associated with significant physical and psychological problems. This study sought to compare body image before and after the surgery and to determine its contributing factors.MethodsThis comparative study was conducted in 2017 on a sample of 140 patients consecutively recruited from Shahid Beheshti hospital, Kashan, Iran. Body image was assessed before and 4 weeks after the surgery (T1 and T2) using Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire. The independent-sample and paired t tests, one-way analysis of variance, Pearson correlation test, and multiple regression were conducted for data analysis.ResultsParticipants’ mean score of body image was 139.60 ± 13.21 at T1 and 160.25 ± 7.75 at T2 and the variation was statistically significant (p = < 0.001). At T1, only the three factors of age (p = 0.005), education at high school diploma and higher levels (p < 0.001), and being housekeeper (P = 0.048) could significantly explain BI (R2 = 0.231). However, at T2, none of the factors were significant predictors for BI (P > 0.05).ConclusionsCandidates for CABG have poor body image. After the surgery, their body image improves significantly. Healthcare providers need to employ programs to improve body image among these patients.

The Effect of Self-Care Program Based on Modeling and Role Modeling Theory on Body Image Nurturance in Patients With Colorectal Cancer

One of the most critical disorders among patients with colorectal cancer is a change in their body image. This study aimed to examine the effect of a self-care program based on the modeling and role-modeling theory on nurturing body image of patients with colorectal cancer. In 2018, a 2-group randomized clinical trial was conducted in Mashhad, Iran. According to the modeling and role-modeling theory, 27 patients allocated in the experimental group received five 30- to 45-minute sessions at the hospital and 4 sessions of phone counseling within 2 weeks. Twenty-seven patients randomly allocated in the control group received the routine care. Data were collected by demographic and body image scales 3 times with the patients. The mean age of the patients in experimental and control groups was not significantly different (P = .46). The mean scores of the body image at the admission time were 26.8 ± 2.6 in the experimental and 27.9 ± 3.1 in control groups (P = .12). However, the mean scores of body image of the experimental group were 24.3 ± 4.6 at the discharge time and 28.1 ± 2.1 during the follow-up phase. In the control group, the body image scores were 21.0 ± 5.6 at discharge time and 22.9 ± 6.1 during the follow-up phase. Repeated-measures analysis of variance revealed significant differences between the 2 groups (P ≤ .001). Application of the self-care program based on the modeling and role-modeling theory can play a critical role in nurturing the body image of patients with colorectal cancer.

Impact of bariatric surgery on body image satisfaction among patients attending King Saud medical city

Objectives: The aim of the study is to assess the impact of bariatric surgery on body image among patients from King Saud medical city using unmatched case-control study among 94 pre-bariatric surgery and 94 post bariatric surgery, selected through systematic random sampling. Findings : bariatric surgery improved body image during the first year, and post-surgery patients are 5 times likely to have positive body image than pre-operative (p < 0.01). There is a need for psychological care for preoperative patients, since number of patients from pre-bariatric surgery group shown symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder. Further research is needed regarding psycho-social factors that could have an impact on body image. Novelty: This is an original research. Data was collected by body image questionnaire. Analysis was done using SPSS with significance level set at p < 0.05. t-test was used to compare the mean body image scores, higher the scores reflecting higher body image impairment. Verbal consent was taken from participants and the subjects\' confidentiality is maintained by researchers. Keywords: Bariatric surgery; Body image; Patients; King Saud Medical City; Saudi Arabia

Effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Body Image of Women with Breast Cancer after Mastectomy Surgery

Background &amp; Aim: In recent years, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has been used a lot with emphasis on acceptance of life problems and psychological flexebility. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) on body image of women with breast cancer after mastectomy surgery. Methods: The research method was semi-experimental with experimental and control group with pre-test and post-test. A sapmle of 26 female with breast cancer were selected through targeted sampling from Alla charity center in Isfahan in year 2017 and assigned to two groups with 13 subjects. The experimental group received ACT in 8 sessions. The measurement tool was multidimensional questionnaire on personal body image (MBSRQ) that was used in both the experimental and control groups in pre-test and post-test. The findings were analyzed using SPSS. Results: The results of covariance analysis showed that there was a significant difference between the mean scores of body image and its dimensions in experimental and control group and ACT was effective on improvement of body image in patients of experimental group (p&lt;0.05). Conclusion: in general, the ACT seems to be effective on improvement of psychological problems in women with breast canscer.

The comparison of morbid obesity quality of life and body image between surgery and other treatments: A case-control study.

BACKGROUND:Morbid obesity is rising around the world. Surgery is a selective treatment intervention for it. Since most of the surgeons use weight loss for evaluating of the morbid obesity surgical outcomes and paying attention to the the quality of life (QOL) and body image evaluation are rare, this study aimed to assess the QOL and body image in pre- and postsurgery with other interventions.MATERIALS AND METHODS:This case–control study was done on 200 morbidly obese patients (n = 100 in each group) who referred to the obesity clinic in Shiraz. The data were collected by Body Image Concern Inventory and 12-item Short Form Survey. The data were analyzed by t-test, Pearson correlation coefficient test, analysis of variance, and regression analysis. P = 0.05 was considered as significant.RESULTS:The paired t-test showed a significant difference in mean scores of body image (P < 0.001) and all dimensions of the QOL (P < 0.001) in the case and control groups. In the case group, there was a significant difference between the mean scores of the QOL and the different categories of body mass index (BMI) in postsurgery (P < 0.05) and the different mean scores of body image and the different categories of BMI in pre- and postsurgery wasn’t significant (P > 0.05). Age was a predictor variable for the QOL of morbidly obese persons after surgery (P < 0.001). After surgery, men showed better QOL than women (P < 0.001).CONCLUSION:Final results indicated that body image and QOL defects caused by obesity could be more improvement after surgery. This study can promote health-care team's knowledge about holistic supporting of all dimensions’ QOL of obese individuals. It is suggested that supporting interventions should be done as effective methods of maintenance for effects of weight loss methods such as surgery.

Body image and its relationship with coping strategies: The views of Iranian breast cancer women following surgery.

Breast cancer treatments not only affect body image but also other aspects of women's lives. Women try to accept their appearance through coping strategies. This study aimed to determine the relationship between body image and coping strategies in women with breast cancer following surgery in southeast Iran. This is a descriptive study with correlational design. This study recruited 180 women with breast cancer following surgery via convenience sampling (71 women with mastectomy, 109 women with breast conservative surgery). Data were collected by a three-part questionnaire: Background data; Body Image Scale; Body Image Coping Strategies Inventory, and were analyzed by SPSS 19 and descriptive and analytical statistics (independent t, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient and linear regression). The mean score of body image was 14.31±6.61 (ranged from 0 to 30), and coping strategies was 46.16±13.26 (ranged from 0 to 87). According to the mean scores, the women were, on average, satisfied with their body image. The most frequent strategy used was "positive rational acceptance" with a mean score of 23.30±6.19 and the least used strategy was "avoidance" with a mean score of 10.35±4.50. A significant relationship was observed between body image and coping strategies (r=.34, p=.001); women who felt worse about their own body image were found to use more coping strategies. Women using positive rational acceptance were likely to report favorable body image. Thus, promoting positive attitude regarding physical appearance and coping skills screening by trained nurses is recommended for all breast cancer patients after their surgery. Such screenings can result in an appropriate flow of information between nurses and patients about the body image and coping skills applied. Being aware of their positive coping strategies can help women, and prepare them to use the coping strategies required to improve their body image and to enhance their quality of life.

The Effect of Short-Term Training Course by Nurses on Body Image in Patients with Burn Injuries.

BACKGROUNDBurn is the fourth most common cause of trauma worldwide and is the fourth among the injuries and surgeries requiring medical care. This study was designed to determine the effect of a short-term training course by nurses on body image in patients with burn injuries. METHODSThis study was a semi-experimental single-group survey assessing before and after interventions. Totally, 130 subjects (65 women and 65 men) were enrolled. The training course was held in 3 sessions of two hours. The contents of the group training course (a group of 5 people) were in relation to the body image and the factors affecting it, and the ways to improve the body image. The data collection instrument was the satisfaction with appearance scale (SWAP).RESULTSThe mean scores of the body image of patients before and after the intervention were 49.44±11.39 and 41.63±11.89, respectively. There was a significant difference between the mean scores of body image before and after educational interventions (T=6.013, P≤0.001). The mean score of body image in women before and after intervention was 49.2±10.9 and 41.2±11.65, respectively (T=4.51, P≤0.000). The mean score of body image in men before and after intervention was 49.6±11.89 and 42.07±12.19, respectively (T=4.51, P≤0.000). CONCLUSIONShort-term courses held by nurses were shown to have a significant role in improving the body image of burn patients.

The Effect of Group Counselling on Body Image Coping Strategy among Adolescent Girls

Background Adolescents, pay particular attention to their body image. Dissatisfaction with body image in people can lead to stress. Accordingly, this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of group counselling on body image and coping strategies among adolescent girls. Materials and Methods This clinical trial study was conducted on 60 adolescent girls in Karaj City, Iran. The samples were selected using a multi stage sampling technique. For the intervention group, four counseling sessions were held weekly and each session lasted 60 to 90 minutes. The control group received an educational body image package at the end. The Multidimensional Body-Self Relations questionnaire and Body Image Coping Strategy Inventory were completed by participants in both groups before and two weeks after the intervention. The collected data were analyzed using the SPSS-19.0 software. Results The mean score of the positive rational acceptance before the intervention in intervention and control groups were 43.541±2.798 and 41.875±13.146, respectively. These values after the intervention were 62.708±2.484 and 46.972±16.545 in the intervention and control groups, respectively. There was a significant difference between the intervention and control groups in the mean score of body image and the positive rational acceptance two weeks after the completion of the intervention (P = 0.0001). Conclusion The overall results of this study indicated the effectiveness of intervention (Group Counseling) in improving the body image score and increasing the positive strategic skills.

MODERATING EFFECT OF STRESS ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BODY IMAGE AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE MANAGEMENT BEHAVIOR \r\nAMONG SCHOOL - AGE CHILDREN IN SOUTH KOREA\r\n

Ponte Academic JournalJan 2018, Volume 74, Issue 1 MODERATING EFFECT OF STRESS ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BODY IMAGE AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE MANAGEMENT BEHAVIOR \r\nAMONG SCHOOL - AGE CHILDREN IN SOUTH KOREA\r\nAuthor(s): Insook LeeJ. Ponte - Jan 2018 - Volume 74 - Issue 1 doi: 10.21506/j.ponte.2018.1.15 Abstract:Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify the body images, appearance management behavior, and stress of senior elementary school students, and examine whether stress has a moderating effect on the relationship between students’ body image and physical appearance management behavior. \\r\\nMethods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was used. Data were collected from November to December 2016 in elementary schools in South Korea, and 130 senior students participated. \\r\\nResults: Participants’ mean body image scores were 12.66 out of 20, while their physical appearance management behavior and stress scores were 70.24 and 60.78, respectively. Physical appearance management behavior was negatively correlated with body image (r = -.228, p = .010) and happiness (r = -.177, p = .047), and was positively correlated with stress (r = .317, p < .001) and having a favorite entertainer (r = .379, p < .001). The moderating effect of stress on the relationship between the appearance management behavior and body image was significant (β = .198, p = .015). Therefore, the stress level shows the effect of moderating the influence of the body image on the physical appearance management behavior. \\r\\nConclusion: Among individuals with high stress, physical appearance management behavior was high even when students’ body image was highly positive. These results can be used as basic data for developing educational programs required to help early adolescent students develop and maintain their desirable body images, and thus grow into psychosocially healthy and confident adolescents and adults.\\r\\n Download full text:Check if you have access through your login credentials or your institution Username Password

The Effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Body Image in Infertile Women

Background: Studies show that infertility can result in body image changes, which can majorly affect personality. Objectives: The current study aimed to determine the effects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) on body image in infertile women. Methods: This clinical trial was performed on 24 infertile women, admitted to the Infertility Research and Treatment Center of Ahvaz, Iran in 2016-2017. In the first stage, convenience sampling was applied, and the participants were allocated to 2 groups (12 patients per group), using a table of random numbers. The experimental group participated in 10 sessions of CBT weekly, based on the 8-step program by Cash. body-self relations questionnaire and Beck Self-Concept inventory were completed in each group before, immediately after, and 1 month after the intervention. Results: After the intervention, the mean scores of body image were 156.9 ± 3.4 and 148.7 ± 4.8 in the experimental and control groups, respectively; the difference was significant (P = 0.025), and the effects persisted until the follow-up. Conclusions: CBT based on the 8-step program by Cash can improve the body image of infertile women through challenging and improving their irrational beliefs about their bodies.

Effect of Continuous Care Model on Body Image Among Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Clinical Trial

Background: Body image disturbance is a common complication after chemotherapy. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of continuous care model on body image among breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Methods: This clinical trial was conducted on 78 breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy in Ahwaz, Iran in 2013. Firstly, paired subjects were selected among identical subjects, and were randomly assigned to study and control groups. In the study group, continuous care model was administrated, and body image evaluation questionnaire was adopted to evaluate cancer patients’ body image. Body image was assessed in two time points (once before the intervention on day four of chemotherapy and once again two months after the intervention). Data were analyzed by independent t-test and chi-square test using SPSS16. Results: Mean score of body image was significantly higher before intervention compared to after in the study group (17.8 ± 5.5 VS 8.5 ± 5) (P = 0.0001). There was no significant difference between mean scores of body image before the intervention in the study and control group (P = 0.744), and before and after the intervention in the control group (P = 0.5). Conclusions: With regard to results, nurses are suggested to administrate continuous care model to improve patients’ body image as an available and cost effective method.

Effectiveness of Application of PLISSIT Counseling Model on Sexuality for Breast Cancer&amp;apos;s Women Undergoing Treatment

Background: A breast cancer's diagnosis and treatment can bring changes related to women’s body image and sexuality, which can have a devastating impact on intimate relationships and sexuality. The study aim to examine the effectiveness of PLISSIT Counseling Model on female sexuality, body image and couple satisfaction for breast cancer women undergoing treatment. Subjects &methods a quasi-experimental design was used. The study was conducted at Out-patient Oncology Institute, Menoufia University-Egypt. A purposive sample of 66 women with breast cancer was included. Four tools were used to collect data., a structured interviewing questionnaire, body image scale, female sexual function index (FSDI), the revised dyadic adjustment scale. Results. A significant relationship was found between treatment side effects pre and post intervention regarding nausea & vomiting, diarrhea and pain. The mean score of body image, couple satisfaction and sexual dysfunction were improved after application of PLISST counseling model. Conclusion: application of PLISSIT model was effective in enhancing sexual functioning, body image and couple satisfaction for breast cancer women under treatment regimen. Recommendation: Adopting PLISSIT sexual counseling model in addressing sexual dysfunction in a cancer treatment institutions. Applying the evidence –based nursing interventions to address and manage the effects of breast cancer on sexuality.

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Purpose. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between body image, self-esteem, and family strengths in female university students. Methods. One hundred ninety nine female university students participated in data collection. Data on body image, self-esteem, and family strengths were collected via questionnaire between April 2013 and May 2013. Data analysis was done using PASW 18.0 program and included one-way ANOVA, independent t-test and Pearson correlation coefficients analysis. Results. The mean score of body image was 24.20, self-esteem was 25.30, and family strengths was 83.71. Results showed a positive correlation among body image and self-esteem(r=.19, p<.001), and family strengths(r=.16, p<.001). Conclusion. The results indicate that it is necessary to increase body image, self-esteem, and family strengths among female university students. To ensure resonable body image in female university students, self-esteem, and family strengths should be reinforced.

P03-380 - Impact of breast cancer on sexuality: what’s about the tunisian women?

IntroductionThe sexual functioning problems in women after breast cancer are common. Certain factors related to treatment and its clinical implications may contribute to these problems.Objectives were to- Evaluate the changes in sexual life after treatment of breast cancer relative to the general population.- Identify the influence of demographic and clinical factors on sexuality.MethodsWe recruited 50 patients who were in remission for at least 3 months after initial treatment of breast cancer, and 50 healthy women.Sexuality and body image was evaluated using the Arabic version of the specific scale of breast cancer QLQ-BR23, which is an additional module to the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C30 questionnaire.ResultsCompared with control subjects, patients reported more dyspareunia (61.5% vs 38.5%) and vaginal dryness (61.3% vs 38.7%). A diminished sense of sexual attractiveness was significantly more frequent within patients (p = 0.001).The patients had poor sexual functioning and sexual satisfaction and the mean scores were respectively 45.3% and 43.9%. Additional analyses indicated that menopausal status and sexual difficulties in the partner was significantly related to poorer sexual satisfaction (p respectively 0.018 and 0.014).The mean score of body image was 47.7% and its alteration had no significant impact on the themes of sexuality.ConclusionThese findings confirm and extend previous reports of impaired sexual functioning among breast cancer survivors. Results suggest that relief of sexual difficulties in partner should be an essential component of efforts to improve sexuality of patients.

Effect of excess body weight on quality of life and satisfaction with body image among middle-aged Lithuanian inhabitants of Kaunas city

The aim of the study was to identify the effect of overweight, obesity, and conditions related to body weight on quality of life and to assess the relationship between body weight and satisfaction with body image between middle-aged Lithuanian inhabitants of Kaunas city. MATERIAL AND METHODS. A random sample of 1403 Kaunas men and women, aged 35-64 years and stratified by age and sex, was examined in 2001-2002. Response rate was 62.4%. Examination included physical measurements and information on risk factors related to lifestyle. Quality of life was assessed by World Health Organization Quality of Life 100 questionnaire. Multivariate analyses were performed to identify the effect of excess body weight and conditions linked to body weight on quality of life. RESULTS. Less than three-fourths (73%) of men and women had excess body weight (body mass index, > or =25.0 kg/m(2)). Obesity in a complex with other analyzed factors had a negative effect on men's quality of life in the independence domain as compared to ones with BMI of <25.0 kg/m(2) (OR=1.87; 95% CI=1.08-3.26). Obesity for women increased the odds of having worse quality of life in the psychological and independence domains. Mean scores of body image and appearance facet for men with normal body mass were 73.5, for overweigh ones 72.2, and for obese 66.8 (for women 69.9, 63.3, and 52.9, respectively; P=0.0001). CONCLUSIONS. Among women excess body weight was associated with impaired quality of life. Men with excess body weight reported better overall quality of life. Obese persons were less satisfied with their body image as compared to ones with normal body weight.

A Study of the Body Mass Index and Body Image among Female College Students

This study aims at examining relationships between body mass index and perceived body shape and image. Using a purposive sampling method, 404 female college students were recruited from three universities located in Busan from April 2000 to June 2000. To classify the levels of obesity, Broca's method was used. Secord &amp; Jourard's Body Cathexis Scale(1953) modified by Kim mi ok(1997) was also used to measure body image. The collected data were analyzed with the percentages, Mean, Standard deviation, T-test. and Pearson correlation Coefficient. The results of this study were as follows.1. 56.4% of subjects were under weight, and 42.1% were normal for BMI.2. 55.9% of subjects were very satisfied with their body shape and 15.1% were satisfied.3. The mean values of perceived body shape according to the BMI were 3.0 for the overweight group, 2.65 for the normal weight group, and 2.21 for the low weight group, the mean differences among three groups were significantly satisfied (F= 21.42, P= .000).4. The mean scores of body image according to the BMI was 160.21 for low weight group, 155.57 for the normal weight group, and 140.0 for overweight group. The mean differences among the three groups were not significantly satisfied.5. The mean scores of body image according to perceived body shape were 17819 for the satisfaction group, 161.08 for the moderate group and 150.82 for dissatisfied group. The mean differences among the three groups were significantly satisfied (F= 35.72, P=. 000).6. There were high positive correlations between BMI and perceived body shape(r= .317) and between perceived body shape and body image (r= .415).