Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on self-esteem and body image in Spanish adolescents.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Adolescence is the period in which individual and social identity, including self-esteem and body image perception, is consolidated. During the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns were ordered, and adolescents experienced an abrupt disruption in their lives. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic (pre- or postpandemic period) on self-esteem and body image.

Methodology

A cross-sectional study of Spanish adolescents was conducted between 2016 and 2023. Participants were categorized according to the COVID-19 period (pre- or postpandemic period). The Rosenberg Questionnaire and Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ) were administered to evaluate self-esteem and satisfaction with body image.

Results

A total of 627 adolescents were analysed. O

SUBMITTER: Dominguez-Martin AT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11834238 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature