Effect of body image perception and skin-lightening practices on mental health of Filipino emerging adults: a mixed-methods approach protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The rampant distribution of idealised images on the internet may lead the general public to improve their body appearance in a way that is sometimes excessive, compulsive or detrimental to other aspects of their lives. There is a decreasing appreciation of body image among emerging adults and an increasing trend on skin-lightening practices linked with psychological distress. This protocol describes the mixed-method approach to assess the relationships among body image perception, skin-lightening practices and mental well-being of Filipino emerging adults and determine the factors that influence them.

Methods and analysis

An explanatory sequential mixed-method approach will be used. A cross-sectional study design will involve an online self-administered question

SUBMITTER: Regencia ZJG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10193063 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature