Physical Self-esteem Research Articles

Study on the Influence of Physical Self-esteem on Physical Exercise Behavior—Exercise the Mediating Role of Self-efficacy

This study explored the relationship between physical self-esteem, exercise self-efficacy and physical exercise behavior among college students. Through a questionnaire survey of 314 college students from different majors, grade and gender, physical self-esteem was a significant positive predictor of physical exercise behavior, that is, college students tended to actively participate in physical exercise when they rated their physical appearance and exercise ability highly. Furthermore, exercise self-efficacy plays a partial mediator between physical self-esteem and physical exercise behavior. That is to say, when college students have confidence in their exercise ability, physical self-esteem is more likely to translate into actual exercise behavior. The study emphasized the importance of cultivating physical self-esteem and improving exercise self-efficacy to promoting physical exercise behaviors, which is important for enhancing their physical and mental health.

The impact of moderate-intensity basketball intervention on the physical self-esteem and school adjustment of first-year high school students.

This study conducted an 8-week experiment with the basketball sports intervention program to explore the relationship between the basketball sports intervention program and the physical self-esteem and school adjustment of first-year high school students, providing references for first-year high school students' school adjustment and related research. Using convenient sampling,88 students in two classes of grade one in a senior high school in Changzhou were selected as the experimental research objects and were randomly divided into experimental groups (basketball) 44 people (20 male and 24 female; control group routine physical education) 44 people (23 male and 21 female). The exercise intervention lasted 8-week, 3-times-a-week with about 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each time. The control group had normal sports activities, and the exercise intensity was not monitored. The Physical Self-esteem Scale and the School Adaptation Scale were used to measure the data in a group manner before and after the experiment. All data were statistically analyzed with SPSS26.0. (1) After 8 weeks of basketball intervention, the post-test level of school adaptation of first-year high school students was significantly higher than the pre-test (p<0.01), and the post-test level of physical self-esteem was significantly higher than the pre-test (p<0.01). (2) Basketball intervention can directly affect the school adaptation of first-year high school students and indirectly affect the school adaptation through physical self-esteem. The direct effect was 86.79%, and the indirect effect was 13.21%. (1) Intervention of moderate intensity basketball can improve first-year high school students' school adaptation and physical self-esteem. (2) Intervention of moderate intensity basketball can directly improve first-year high school students' and school adaptation by improving individual physical self-esteem. Physical self-esteem plays a partial intermediary role between basketball and school adaptation.

Evaluation of the Psychometric Properties of the Translated Physical Self-Perception Profile Among Chinese Breast Cancer Survivor

PurposeTo translate the original English version of Physical Self-Perception Profile into Cantonese Chinese, while considering linguistic and socio-cultural characteristics, and evaluate its psychometric properties among Chinese breast cancer survivors in Hong Kong, China, thus providing a valid, culturally relevant tool for assessing of the physical self-esteem among this population. MethodsThe 30-item Physical Self-Perception Profile was translated into Chinese by the combined translation technique. The psychometric properties of the Cantonese version of the Physical Self-Perception Profile were examined in 292 Hong Kong Chinese breast cancer survivors for internal consistency and test-retest reliability. A confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to evaluate the structural validity. A panel of 5 experts examined its content validity. The concurrent validity was examined by correlating the Physical Self-Perception Profile and a validated global self-esteem measure. ResultsThe Cantonese version of the Physical Self-Perception Profile demonstrated satisfactory content validity, also satisfactory internal consistency with Cronbach’s α ranging from 0.64 to 0.80, as well as good test-retest reliability, with an intra-class correlation coefficient ranging from 0.77 to 0.81. The confirmatory factor analysis showed a fairly good fit of the four-factor subdomain structure, namely, physical condition, physical strength, body attractiveness and sports competence. The concurrent validity of the Chinese-version Physical Self-Perception Profile was demonstrated by a significant positive correlation between the physical self-worth domain and four subdomains with global self-esteem. In addition, the four subdomains had statistically significant positive correlations with the physical self-worth domain indicating the instrument’s hierarchical structure. ConclusionsThe study translated the Physical Self-Perception Profile from English to Cantonese and demonstrated its desirable psychometric properties among Chinese Hong Kong breast cancer survivors. The linguistical and cultural adaptation of this instrument can serve as a valid and reliable tool for assessing physical self-esteem among breast cancer survivors in Hong Kong, China.

Exploring cognitive behavioral aspects in educational psychology: A rigorous analysis of reliability and validity measures

The purpose of this study is to verify the reliability and effectiveness of an educational psychology scale, which is explored by using the methods of literature, interview, questionnaire survey and mathematical statistics. The research object is the education psychology data of undergraduate students in local undergraduate colleges and universities.The data are collected and analyzed through the scale. The results show that the educational psychology scale contains six dimensions, including self-efficacy, learning motivation, hope trait, psychological resilience, physical self-esteem and emotional management, with a total of 27 items. The kmo sampling appropriateness of the scale is 0.800. The load of six dimensions in the total amount table is between 0.58 and 0.73. The fitting coefficient of each item of the structural model is between 0.45–0.73, and the correlation between each dimension and the total table is between 0.24–0.52. Scale cronbach's α The coefficient was 0.83 and the test-retest reliability was 0.90. The content validity of the scale ranged from 0.554 to 0.775. The scale has good reliability and validity, and can be used to evaluate undergraduate students' educational psychology.

PHYSICAL SELF-ESTEEM OF ALBINOS IN KINSHASA AND ITS EXPLANATORY FACTORS

The aim of this research was to assess the physical self-esteem of albinos in the Democratic Republic of Congo (more specifically, those living in the city-province of Kinshasa), and to identify the most explanatory factors. With this in mind, a physical self-esteem inventory was applied to 70 albinos living in Kinshasa, members of the Mwimba Texas Association. Following the administration of this inventory, it was found that the albinos surveyed had positive physical self-esteem. This positive self-esteem manifested itself in a positive perception of: (1) overall self, (2) physical value, (3) physical appearance and (4) strength. The study of explanatory determinants made it possible to target two factors that influenced all the dimensions of the self-esteem of the subjects surveyed (support of entourage and perception of albinos by entourage).

Physical Self-Esteem and its relation to the long jump performance of the youth team

The aim of the research is to identify the level of self-esteem of the young players for long jump efficiency. And to identify the level of achievement of the long jump for young players. The researcher also used the descriptive approach to suitability of the research problem. The sample was chosen from the young players of the national team with the long jump efficiency of 12 players in a deliberate manner. The researcher used a questionnaire questionnaire (physical self-scale) and long jump test and after obtaining the data was treated statistically, the most important conclusions that emerged in the research is a positive correlation between physical self-esteem and long jump performance. The most important recommendations are: the need to pay attention to the psychological preparation by the coaches towards the players, including self-esteem because it has a significant impact on the psychology of players. And the need to develop a psychologist for all sports teams.

Helicopter parenting and college student depression: the mediating effect of physical self-esteem.

Depression is one of the most common and prevalent mental disorders, and college students are a high-risk group for depression. Helicopter parenting plays an important role in depression, but the mechanism is still ambiguous. Therefore, this study investigates the specific impact and mechanism of helicopter parenting on college students' depression. Employing a questionnaire-based approach, we assessed the relationship between helicopter parenting, Physical self-esteem, and depression. The questionnaire comprised three scales: the Helicopter Parenting Scale, Physical Self-Esteem Scale, and Self-Rating Depression Scale. The study sample included 539 university (average age 18.84 ± 1.1 years; 184 males and 355 females). Helicopter parenting demonstrated significant negative predict with physical self-esteem (β = -0.75, p < 0.001), and positive predict depression (β = 0.33, p < 0.001). Helicopter parenting impacts depression among college students through two channels: solely via physical self-esteem (mediating effect value: 0.66), and through direct influence (effect value: 0.64). The insights from this study address the two pivotal questions about "why" and "how" helicopter parenting influences depression in college students, offering recommendations for managing depressive moods among college students.

PENERAPAN PROGRAM MENTORING CLASS SEBAGAI UPAYA MEMPERKUAT SELF-ESTEEM SISWA DI SMP BUMI CENDEKIA YOGYAKARTA

This research aims to find out and describe the Mentoring Class program and its impact on increasing students' self-esteem at SMP Bumi Cendekia Yogyakarta. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive research design. Data collection techniques are carried out through interviews, observation and documentation. The results of the research show that Mentoring Class program at SMP Bumi Cendekia Yogyakarta has positive impacts on strengthening students' self-esteem. The themes and material presented also reflect the three main aspects of self-esteem, namely performance, social and physical self-esteem. Aspects of performance and physical self-esteem are reflected in material related to self-love. In addition, the social aspect of self-esteem is reflected in material that discusses boundaries in joking, bullying, friendship relations, etc. Mentoring Class program provides students a sense of security and comfort to speak up or convey their problems to the mentor which ultimately leads to increase self-confidence, independence, self-acceptance, and respect for others.

Examination Of The Relationship Between Exercise Addiction And Physical Self-Concept Levels Of Students Studying At The Faculty Of Sport Sciences

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between exercise addiction and physical self-esteem levels of students studying at the Faculty of Sport Sciences. Survey method was used as the research design in the study. The scope group of the study consisted of students studying in the faculties of sport sciences of 7 universities, randomly selected as one from each geographical region of Turkey. "Personal Information Form" was used to obtain the socio-demographic information of the participants, "Exercise Addiction Scale (EIS)" was used to determine the level of exercise addiction and "Physical Self Scale" was used to determine the level of physical self. Normality test was performed on the data obtained and it was determined that the data were normally distributed. Independent Sample T test was used for pairwise comparisons, One Vay ANOVA for multiple comparisons and Tukey HSD test was used to determine the source of difference. Pearson correlation test was used to determine the relationship between the two scales. In the statistical analysis and interpretations of the data, p

Exploring the Effects of Chinese Mother Jealousy on Adolescent Daughters: An Analysis Based on Online Interview Data

The aim of this study is to explore the effects of Chinese mothers being jealous of their adolescent daughters. Adolescence is a critical period where maternal mood and attitudes have important effects on daughter’s development and mental well-being. Eight adolescent daughters were interviewed on the Internet. The content of the interviews mainly covered the mother's jealousy about her daughter's appearance, achievements and social interaction. Through the content analysis of the interview data, the researcher tried to understand the effects of maternal jealousy on their daughters and the causes and forms of jealousy emotions. The purpose of this study is to deeply understand the influence of Chinese mothers’ jealousy on their adolescent daughters. By analyzing data from online interviews, the researcher hopes to reveal how mothers’ jealousy affects their daughter's self-esteem and physical and mental health, as well as the causes and specific manifestations of the jealousy. Based on the analysis of the interview data of eight adolescent daughters, the results of the study revealed that Chinese mother’s appearance jealousy has a negative impact on their daughter's physical self-esteem. Social jealousy is mainly reflected in the jealousy of her daughter's social relationships and interpersonal skills, which may lead to the daughter feeling insecure or inferior in the social circle. Achievement jealousy mainly manifests itself as jealousy of her daughter's academic and career success, which may lead to guilt or uneasiness in her pursuit of achievement. In a word, the jealousy of Chinese mothers has a negative impact on the self-esteem and physical and mental health of their adolescent daughters. Understanding the causes and forms of this kind of jealousy is of great significance for promoting the harmonious development of the mother-daughter relationship and the healthy growth of their daughters.

The effect of physical activity on the quality of life of athletes with disabilities and the mediating role of life satisfaction and physical self-esteem

This study examined the effects of physical activity(PA) on the quality of life (QOL) of athletes with disabilities using sport and health theory. We administered a paper-based field questionnaire to 118 athletes with disabilities and used structural equation modeling to analyze the mechanisms of physical self-esteem (PSE) and satisfaction with life (SWL) in the role of PA and QOL in athletes with disabilities. Results1) PA still had a significant positive effect on the QOL of athletes with disabilities mediated by PSE (β = 0.206, p < .01,95 % CI = [0.11,0.306]); PA had a greater significant effect on QOL in athletes with disabilities when PSE and SWL were combined (β = 0.206, p < .01,95 % CI = [0.11,0.306]); 3) PSE and SWL have an indirect effect of 32.18 % in PA affecting QOL in athletes with disabilities. Conclusion1) PA significantly improves PSE, SWL, and QOL for people with disabilities; 2) PSE and SWL can not only play separate mediating roles in the process of PA influencing the QOL of athletes with disabilities, but they can also work together to exert a co-mediating effect. This provides a theoretical basis for PA to enhance QOL or improve mental health.

Psychological and Psychosexual Adjustment in University Students as a Function of Sexual Activity and Relationship Type

The objective of the present study was to examine the differences in some variables of psychological (depression, anxiety, physical self-esteem) and psychosexual (self-esteem as a sexual partner, satisfaction with sexual life, sexual preoccupation) adjustment in a sample of university students, as a function of gender, and divided into three groups: (1) those who had a stable partner; (2) those who did not have a stable partner but did have casual sexual relations; and (3) those who had neither a stable partner nor casual relationships. Participants were 980 students from a mid-size Spanish university, of both sexes (71.3% women, 28.7% men), aged between 18 and 26 years (M = 20.87, SD = 1.88), who completed an online battery of questionnaires. Differences were found in psychological and psychosexual adjustment variables depending on the reference group and both in men and women. Some of these differences were explained by having a partner and others by having sexual relations, regardless of the partner with whom they had sex. These differences and their impact on young people’s psychological adjustment and wellness should be taken into account when designing sexual health prevention and promotion programs.

Evaluating the Role of University Disability Service Support, Family Support, and Friends’ Support in Predicting the Quality of Life among Disabled Students in Higher Education: Physical Self-esteem as a Mediator

This research paper examines the influence of university disability service support, family support, and friends’ support on the quality of life (QoL) experienced by disabled students in higher education, with a particular emphasis on the mediating role of physical self-esteem. By investigating the intricate relationships between these factors, the study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the various dynamics that contribute to the well-being of disabled students within academic settings. Employing smart partial least squares structural equation modeling as an advanced statistical technique, including mediation analyses, and collecting data from 368 disabled students, the findings reveal the multifaceted nature of the impact of support networks on QoL. The study underscores the crucial role of physical self-esteem in mediating the effects of university disability service support, family support, and friends support on the well-being of disabled students. These insights shed light on the intricate interplay between these factors, providing a deeper understanding of the mechanisms that underlie their influence. The implications of this research extend to universities, families, friends, and support networks catering to disabled higher education students. Recognizing the significance of physical self-esteem as a mediator emphasizes the importance of fostering positive body image and self-perception among these students. Additionally, this study contributes to the broader discourse on the well-being of disabled individuals within academia, offering insights that can inform strategies and interventions aimed at enhancing their educational experiences and overall QoL.

Risk Grubu Ergenlerde Sağlıklı Yaşam Biçimi Davranışları ve Benlik Saygısı Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme

Introduction: The basis of healthy life style behaviors and self-esteem are laid in adolescence and they become permanent factors affecting the life of the individual. Therefore, it is important to evaluate healthy lifestyle behaviors and self-esteem in adolescence. This study was conducted todetermine the level of healthy lifestyle behaviors and self-esteem and the factors affecting these levels in young people who continue adolescence, which is a critical period in human life, in the working environment. Material and Method: The study was designed as a descriptive research. The population of there searchconsists of 109 adolescents between the ages of 14-18 who study at the Vocational Apprenticeship and Training Center affiliated to the Provincial Directorate of NationalEducation in Zonguldak City Center. Introductory Information Form, in which personal data were questioned, Healthy Life Style Behaviour Scale II and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale were used in the study. Results: 88.5% (92) of the participants were male and 11.5% (12) were female. It was determined that there was a significant difference between maternal education level (p=.011) and physical self-liking (p=.012) and the mean score of the Healthy Life Style Behaviors Scale II. The difference between the physical self-esteem and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scalemean score was found to be significant (p=.002). Discussion: As a result of the Pearson correlation analysis of the relationship between the Healthy Life Style Behaviour Scale II and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale scores with each other and other individual characteristics, it was determined that there was a positive (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale score is calculated negative) and a moderate (p=.006) relationship between th emean scores of Healthy Life Style Behaviour Scale II and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Key words: Adolescent; healthy lifestyle; self-esteem

Physical Activities and Learning Experience of Higher Education Students: Mediating Role of Quality of Life and Physical Self-Esteem.

The impacts of physical activities (PAs) on psychological and physical health consequences have been examined in both nonclinical and clinical contexts. Although PAs’ influences on physical consequences are regularly beneficial, the psychological positive impacts are less well-understood. This study investigates the effects of PA on physical consequences (i.e., physical self-esteem) and psychological and cognitive consequences (i.e., quality of life and learning experience). PA has been found to improve quality of life (QOL), learning experience (LP), and physical self-esteem. Mixed findings from prior studies suggested that the relationship between these variables might be direct or indirect. Data were collected via a self-administrated questionnaire from 510 higher education students in different Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) universities. The collected data were analyzed by structural equation modeling (SEM) and the SmartPLS 4 program. The SEM results show that PAs directly help in enhancing the student learning experience. The results support the mediating role of student physical self-esteem and quality of life in the relationship between physical activities and learning experience. Several theoretical and practical implications were elaborated on and discussed, along with limitations and further research opportunities.

The impact of national music activities on improving long-term care for happiness of elderly people.

This paper aims to analyze the influence of national music activities on the long-term care for and happiness of elderly people in the current aging society. Under the popular square dance movement of the whole society, a questionnaire survey was conducted to investigate the differences in the silver-haired body self-esteem and the happiness of the silver-haired exercisers with different exercise methods. Forty first-time square dance participants were selected as experimental objects, and they were divided into an experimental group (ethnic music square dance) and a control group (ordinary music square dance), with 20 people in each group. The results showed that the effective recovery rate of the questionnaire was 95.10% (136/150). There were 47, 45, and 44 people in the square dance, other sports, and non-sport groups, respectively. The total scores of physical self-esteem, physical self-worth, physical quality, health worry, satisfaction and interest in life, control of emotion and behavior, and happiness of silver-haired people who participated in square dance activities were higher than those of other sports players (p < 0.05). The total scores of physical self-esteem, exercise ability, physical condition, and physical quality scores were significantly higher than those of non-sports people (p < 0.01), and each factor and total score on the happiness were higher than those of non-sports people (p < 0.05). The body weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, and thigh circumference of the experimental group after exercise were significantly different from those before exercise (p < 0.01), and the factors of the body self-esteem scale and well-being scale were higher than those before the experiment (p < 0.05). This shows that music has a positive effect on the long-term care for and happiness improvement of the silver-haired family, which can improve the physical and mental health of the silver-haired family and further improve the quality of life of the silver-haired family in their later years. This offers a theoretical basis for the development of the elderly folk music square dance movement in the future and provides a reference for the formulation of silver-haired patriarchal photos and happiness intervention programs.

Comparison of the efficacy of positive psychotherapy and schema therapy on cognitive flexibility and physical self-esteem in women seeking cosmetic surgery

Comparison of the efficacy of positive psychotherapy and schema therapy on cognitive flexibility and physical self-esteem in women seeking cosmetic surgery

Utilisation problématique d’Instagram, orientation à la comparaison sociale, estime de soi physique et sociale : étude exploratoire

IntroductionEven though Instagram use and popularity have been developed increasingly, many studies investigating have been carried out on problematic social networks use or problematic Facebook use. However, problematic Instagram use and underlying factors related to it are little known. ObjectiveBased on the I-PACE model (Brand et al., 2016), the aim of this exploratory study is to assess problematic Instagram use and to examine the links between behavioural characteristics (number of hours spent on Instagram, of self-photos, of likes on posts and followers), social comparison orientation, physical and social self-esteem, and problematic Instagram use in a sample of young adults French university students from 20 to 26 years old. MethodSixty-six participants have completed paper-and-pencil questionnaires including the Instagram Addiction Scale (IAS), the physical appearance subscale of “Physical Self-Perception Profile” (SEISP), the “Social Self-Esteem Inventory” (IESS), and the Iowa-Netherlands Comparison Orientation Measure (INCOM). ResultsThirty percent of participants have a problematic Instagram use. Correlational analysis revealed that behavioural characteristics and social comparison orientation are positively associated with problematic Instagram use, while physical and social self-esteem were negatively associated with it. Multivariate regression analysis indicated that social comparison orientation, physical self-esteem, number of hours spent on Instagram and number of followers were the most powerful predictors of problematic Instagram use. ConclusionResults provide a better understanding regarding to psychological factors linked to problematic Instagram use and allow to consider therapeutic and preventive interventions.

Effects of 16 Weeks of Cheerleading on Physical Self-Esteem and Mental Health of Female College Students.

ObjectiveThis study aimed to analyze the influence of cheerleading on female college students’ physical self-esteem and mental health.Materials and MethodsIn total, 63 female college students from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China were trained in cheerleading for 16 weeks. The scores of each sub-field of physical self-esteem and psychological symptoms were analyzed by using Physical Self-Perception Profile (PSPP) and Symptom Checklist 90 (SCL-90), respectively, at 0 and 16 weeks of the experiment.ResultsAfter 16 weeks of cheerleading exercise, female college students had significant differences in physical attractiveness (T = 4.18), physical quality (T = 4.39), and physical self-worth (T = 3.35) before and after the experiment (P < 0.01). There were significant differences in physical condition (T = 3.87) and athletic ability (T = 2.88) before and after the experiment (P < 0.05). Somatization (T = 6.485), obsessive-compulsive symptoms (T = 11.716), interpersonal sensitivity (T = 10.077), depression (T = 8.403), anxiety (T = 10.767), hostility (T = 10.866), terror (T = 9.260), paranoia (T = 10.414), psychosis (T = 9.610), sleep and eating disorders (T = 9.323), total symptom index (T = 13.245), and mean score of positive symptoms (T = 12.237) were significantly different (P < 0.01).ConclusionCheerleading can significantly improve the level of female college students’ physical self-esteem, especially the self-esteem level of physical attractiveness, physical quality, and physical self-worth. They also experienced significant improvement in their psychological disorders, especially somatization, depression, and sleep and eating disorders, which effectively improved their overall mental health.

Effect of aerobic exercise intensity on health-related quality of life in severe obesity: a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundAerobic exercise is an important part of obesity treatment and may improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL). The objective of this study was to compare the effect of two different exercise programs on health-related quality of life in patients with severe obesity.MethodsThis was a single-center, open-label, randomized, parallel-group study comparing the effects of a 24-week moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) program and a combined high-intensity interval training program with MICT (HIIT/MICT). The primary objective (specified secondary outcome) was to assess HRQOL by using the general health dimension of the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36). The secondary objectives were to assess other dimensional SF-36 scores, the impact of weight on the physical and psychosocial aspects of quality of life (IWQOL-Lite), and the burden of obesity-specific weight symptoms (WRSM).Results73 patients were enrolled and reported patient reported outcome measures, with 71 patients (55% females) allocated to either MICT (n = 34) or HIIT/MICT (n = 37). In the intention-to-treat analysis, general health scores increased between baseline and 24-week follow-up in both the HIIT/MICT group and the MICT group, with a mean change of 13 (95% CI 6–21) points and 11 (95% CI 5–17) points, respectively, with no difference between the groups. The effect sizes of these changes were moderate. The vitality and social functioning scores of SF-36, and the physical function and self-esteem scores of IWQOL-Lite increased moderately in both groups, with no difference between groups. The tiredness, back pain, and physical stamina scores based on WRSM showed moderate to strong changes in both the groups.ConclusionsPatients who had completed a combined HIIT/MICT program did not experience larger improvements in general health compared with those completing a clean 24-week MICT program. Exercise may confer general health benefits independent of intensity.Trials registrationRegional Committees for Medical and Health Research Ethics south east, Norway, October 23, 2013 (identifier: 2013/1849) and ClinicalTrials.gov December 8, 2014 (identifier: NCT02311738).