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Body Image Ideal among Males and Females: Sociocultural Influences and Focus on Different Body PartsDeakin University, Australia
Deakin University, Australia, maritam{at}deakin.edu.au Past research has obtained mixed findings in relation to gender differences and other factors that shape ideal body image. The current study was designed to investigate these differences further, using a digital body image program to assess body image individually. As expected, females desired a body that was smaller than their current size, whereas males were split between wanting a smaller and larger body. The perceived messages from peers and parents were consistent with the individual’s ideal image. Gender differences were also found with ratings of attractiveness and effectiveness. Females rated messages from peers and parents as more important than did males. For both males and females, opposite sex peers were the most important influences, and parents the least important.
Key Words: body image ideal • body parts • females • males • sociocultural influences
Journal of Health Psychology, Vol. 7, No. 6,
675-684 (2002) This article has been cited by other articles:
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