Early Maladaptive Schemas, Emotion Regulation, Stress, Social Support, and Lifestyle Factors as Predictors of Eating Behaviors and Diet Quality: Evidence from a Large Community Sample.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Psychological vulnerabilities, including early maladaptive schemas (EMSs), emotion regulation difficulties, perceived stress, and limited social support, are increasingly recognized as drivers of maladaptive eating and obesity. These findings underscore the need for health education and health promotion strategies that address psychological determinants of eating behavior. However, few studies integrate these psychological mechanisms with dietary and lifestyle indicators in both community and medical populations.

Methods

A total of 1500 adults (aged 18-65 years; 53% women) recruited from community and medical settings participated in the study. Data were collected between January 2018 and February 2025 using standardized paper-based questionnaires. Participants co

SUBMITTER: Obara-Golebiowska M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12566790 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature