Positive body image : a qualitative study on the successful experiences of adolescents, teachers and parents
Tort-Nasarre, Glòria (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Pollina-Pocallet, Mercè (Institut Universitari d'Investigació en Atenció Primària Jordi Gol)
Ferrer Suquet, Yvonne (Institut Universitari d'Investigació en Atenció Primària Jordi Gol)
Ortega Bravo, Marta (Institut Català de la Salut)
Vilafranca Cartagena, Mireia (Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya)
Artigues-Barbera, Eva (Institut Català de la Salut)

Date:	2023
Abstract:	Purpose Body image encompasses body-related self-perceptions and personal attitudes. Dissatisfaction with body image during the early stages of adolescence is negatively related to self-esteem and other health problems. A few publications focused on positive body image and directly related to the experiences and interactions of adolescents themselves. To explore positive body image in adolescents and describe the familial and educational factors that contribute to its development. Methods A qualitative study was conducted. Purposive sampling was used, and 9 adolescents, 6 families, and 8 teachers participated in semi-structured interviews, which were then theme analyzed. Results Self-care, body acceptance, confronting messages that attack body image, and the influence of social media have been identified as emerging themes in adolescents' positive body image experiences. Therefore, the pubertal period, family values, fostering, and educational actions as well as media literacy were identified as factors promoting self-esteem and positive body image in the family and educational environment. Conclusions Their parents also expressed aspects such as those that contribute to the development of healthy self-esteem, confidence, and positive body image. Alternatively, the teachers indicated educational activities to work on self-image and self-esteem when faced with situations of concern in the classroom.
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Article ; recerca ; Versió publicada
Subject:	Positive body image ; Qualitative study ; Adolescents ; Parents ; Educational personnel
Published in:	International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being, Vol. 18 (january 2023) , ISSN 1748-2631

DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2023.2170007
PMID: 36710436

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