The main physical components of body image from the perspectives of Iranian adolescents: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although different aspects of body image have been extensively studied in Western societies, there is little evidence regarding the main physical components that contribute to perceptions of body image from the perspective of adolescents, especially in Eastern-Mediterranean regions. This study aims to investigate main physical components of body image from the perspectives of Iranian boys and girls.

Methods

This qualitative study has been conducted using a grounded theory approach. The focus of the current study was on identifying the main physical characteristics of body image as perceived by participants. A total of 13 semi-structured focus group discussions were conducted with 84 adolescents (42 girls and 42 boys), aged 15-18 years. All focus group discussions

SUBMITTER: Jalali-Farahani S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7791799 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature