Publications by authors named "Jennifer Selensky"
While some media perpetuate weight stigma and an ideal of thinness, certain advertising campaigns, such as Aerie Real and Dove Real Beauty, have attempted to promote body acceptance. The current study evaluated the influence of exposure to these campaigns on weight bias, internalized weight bias (IWB), self-esteem, body image, and affect relative to exposure to a campaign perpetuating the thin ideal and a documentary on weight stigma. 475 female participants were randomized to one of five conditions: Aerie, Dove, Victoria's Secret, an HBO documentary, or control (i.
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- The study analyzed how married men's weight-related biases and perceptions affect their psychological well-being and relationship dynamics with their wives.
- It involved 209 heterosexual couples, examining factors like internalized weight bias, weight stigma, and weight-related criticisms towards their spouses.
- Results showed that men's weight-related issues are linked to both partners' relationship satisfaction, sexual intimacy, self-esteem, and depressive symptoms.
Objective: The current investigation extends ecological momentary assessment (EMA) and daily diary weight stigma research in internalised weight bias (IWB). This investigation used daily diaries to examine the relationship between IWB, mood, coping, body appreciation, exercise behaviours and eating behaviours.
Design: The study sample consisted of individuals who were overweight or obese (85% female) with M = 36.
This investigation explored experiences of weight stigma using momentary, real-time diary assessments among adults seeking weight loss treatment. In total, 51 participants completed diary assessments of weight stigmatizing events and reported how they felt and coped with each incident. Experiencing stigma was significantly associated with fewer positive and greater negative emotions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: The aims of the current study were twofold: 1) examine the effectiveness of an innovative three-step, stepped-care behavioral weight loss treatment, and 2) examine factors that contribute to poor weight loss outcomes and the need for more intensive treatment.
Methods: The total sample for the study consisted of 53 individuals (87% female) with M=35.6, SD=6.