Body image: Stability and sensitivity of body satisfaction and body size estimation

Body size estimation, body satisfaction, and feeling fat were assessed before and after meals on two occasions, in a repeated measures design, in 20 normal young women. A consistently negative self-appraisal was identified, including low satisfaction, feeling fat, and overestimation of body size. Body image was more negative in restrained than unrestrained eaters and became more negative after eating.

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