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The role of physical activity, body mass index and maturity status in body-related perceptions and self-esteem of adolescents
Background: Adolescence represents a transitional period which is marked
by physical, social and psychological changes. Changes in body shape and
physical activity especially alter and shape the psychological
well-being of adolescents.
Aim: The purpose of this study was to determine the role of physical
activity level, body mass index and maturity status in body-related
perception and self-esteem of 11-18 years old adolescents.
Subjects and methods: A total of 1012 adolescents participated in this
study. The ``Social Physique Anxiety Scale'', ``Body Image Satisfaction
Scale'', ``Physical Self-Perception Profile for Children'' and
``Rosenberg Self-Esteem Inventory'' were administered. Physical activity
level and body mass index were assessed using the ``Physical Activity
Questionnaire'' and ``Bioelectrical Impedance Analyzer'', respectively.
Results: Regression analysis indicated that body mass index was the only
predictor of perceived body attractiveness, social physique anxiety,
body image satisfaction and self-esteem for female adolescents. For male
adolescents, both physical activity and body mass index were correlated
with perceived body attractiveness and social physique anxiety. Pubertal
status were not correlated with self-esteem and body-related perceptions
for both males and females adolescents.
Conclusion: In summary, body mass index and physical activity plays an
important role in body-related perceptions and self-esteem of
adolescents