Is smoking related to body image satisfaction, stress, and self-esteem in young adults?

Ivana T. Croghan, Carrie Bronars, Christi A. Patten, Darrell R. Schroeder, Liza M. Nirelli, Janet L. Thomas, Matthew M. Clark, Kristin S. Vickers, Randi Foraker, Kristi Lane, Daniel Houlihan, Kenneth P. Offord, Richard D. Hurt

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Abstract

Objectives: To examine the association of smoking and gender with body image satisfaction, perceived stress, and self-esteem in young adults. Methods: Respondents completed a survey consisting of Perceived Stress Scale, Body-Areas Satisfaction Scale, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule. Current smokers (n=483) and never smokers (n=973) are included. Results: Smoking and female gender were independently associated with higher perceived stress (P<0.001). Female gender was associated with lower body image satisfaction and lower self-esteem (P<0.001). Current smoking was associated with lower self-esteem (P=0.007). Conclusion: Smoking treatment should include stress management and self-esteem and body image improvement.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)322-333
Number of pages12
JournalAmerican journal of health behavior
Volume30
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006

Keywords

  • Body image satisfaction
  • Self-esteem
  • Smoking
  • Stress
  • Young adults

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