Central Obesity as a Major Determinant of Body Image Concerns: A Comparative Study Between Egyptian and Lebanese University Females
Germine El-Kassas, Nour Kabbara, Fouad Ziade

TL;DR
This study compares body image concerns among Egyptian and Lebanese female university students, finding central obesity as a key factor.
Contribution
It identifies waist circumference as the strongest determinant of body image concerns in both Egyptian and Lebanese female students.
Findings
46.7% of Egyptian and 48% of Lebanese female students showed body image concerns.
Waist circumference was the strongest predictor of body image concerns in both groups.
Dieting practices and parental obesity were also significantly linked to higher body image concerns.
Abstract
Background: Body image is a multidimensional construct influenced by a myriad of psychosocial and lifestyle factors. The present study has been conducted to explore the prevalence of body image concerns and its associated determinants among female Egyptian and Lebanese university students. Methods: Through a cross-sectional comparative study, a sample of 634 females was recruited from two Egyptian and Lebanese universities. Data were collected using an interview questionnaire to assess the various sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle behaviors, dietary factors, and perceived weight status. The existence of body image concern was evaluated using the validated short form of the Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ-16). Results: The present data unveiled a relatively alarming prevalence of body image concerns, 46.7.8% and 48%, among the Egyptian and Lebanese university females,…
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Taxonomy
TopicsEating Disorders and Behaviors · Obesity and Health Practices · Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies
