A brief self-compassionate reflective writing task can manage negative reactions following an eating transgression
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 11509189 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Robyn L Moffitt (0000-0003-1933-4046, Deakin University, corresponding author), David L Neumann (0000-0001-5400-462X, Griffith University), Hannah E Gersh (RMIT University), Emily J van Poppel (RMIT University) |
| Year | 2023 |
| Volume | 58 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 264-275 |
| Publication date | 2023-02-27 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Australian Psychologist (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0005-0067 • E-ISSN: 1742-9544 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/00050067.2023.2183109 |
| OpenAlex | W4322487199 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 41 |
Objective This study investigated the efficacy of brief 3-minute reflective writing tasks to manage reactions following an upsetting self-perceived eating transgression.Methods Participants (N = 270) identified their own recent upsetting eating scenario and were randomised to complete a writing task encouraging either self-reflective re-construal or self-compassion. All state outcomes were measured immediately pre- and post-intervention, except for state self-compassion which was measured at post-intervention only. Eating regulation and healthy eating behaviours were reported by participants who completed the follow-up (N = 187, 69.3% of the original sample) two weeks after the intervention.Results Both writing tasks resulted in reduced anxiety, and increased confidence and self-esteem, at post-intervention. The self-compassion writing task led to higher state self-compassion, and lower general negative affect and depression, than the self-reflective re-construal writing task. Moreover, participants in the self-compassion group reported eating a healthier and more balanced diet during the follow-up period than participants in the self-reflection group.Conclusions The current study has provided further evidence for the efficacy of brief self-compassionate reflective writing to regulate negative affectivity and promote healthy eating behaviours in a non-clinical sample, thus revealing important potential application for this approach in the context of eating pathology and lifestyle-related chronic disease
Anxiety · Compassion · Context (archaeology · Developmental psychology · Eating behavior · Eating disorders · Emotional eating · Intervention (counseling · Mindfulness · Psychiatry · Self-compassion · Clinical Psychology · Eating Disorders and Behaviors · Medicine · Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions · Music Therapy and Health · Psychology
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