How do I look?: The moderating role of self-esteem in the relationship between physical appearance comparison and body dissatisfaction

Added Title

Appearance comparison, body dissatisfaction, and self-esteem

Date of Publication

2018

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

Subject Categories

Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Defense Panel Member

Maria Caridad H. Tarroja

Abstract/Summary

This quantitative study determined if there is a direct relationship between the physical appearance comparison and body dissatisfaction with self-esteem as a moderating variable and if self-esteem is a significant moderator. It was hypothesized that the more a person compares themselves to other individuals, the higher their body dissatisfaction and self-esteem is a significant moderator. Female undergraduate students aged 18-25 were chosen participants mainly because several empirical studies state that they are more likely to compare themselves to others. There are three main vairables in the current study, namely: self-esteem, physical appearance comparison and body dissatisfaction. However, the present study added self esteem as a moderating variable. In obtaining quantitative data, the researchers utilized three different self-rating scales. Results substantiate the previous physical appearance comparison and body dissatisfaction. However, the second hypothesis was not supported since it was found out that self-esteem is not a significant moderator of the relationship of those two variables. Major implication of this study includes giving awareness on how to deal with other people especially those who are experiencing body dissatisfaction. It is important to take note that people who suffer from body dissatisfaction could also be experiencing other issues like low self-esteem, excessive comparison, low self-enhancement, and a lot more. Furthermore, mental health professionals may use this research in order to deepen their understanding on the said psychological constructs.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU21265

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

vii, 61 leaves ; 29 cm.

Keywords

Self-esteem; Mental health

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