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A programme that improves body image and reduces self-objectification by training women to focus on body functionality

Bibliographic Data

ID23330218
AuthorsJessica M Alleva (0000-0003-0469-3062, Maastricht University, corresponding author), Carolien Martijn (0000-0002-1480-5980, Maastricht University), Gerard van Breukelen (0000-0003-0949-0272, Maastricht University), Gerard J P van Breukelen, Anita T M Jansen (0000-0001-5101-8778, Maastricht University), Anita Jansen, Kai Karos (0000-0001-5905-5725, KU Leuven)
Year2015
Volume15
Pages81-89
Publication date2015-09-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueBody Image (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1740-1445 • E-ISSN: 1873-6807
PublisherElsevier BV (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1016/j.bodyim.2015.07.001
PMID26280376
OpenAlexW1433408255
LanguageEN
Citations received78
References cited65

Intervention (counseling) · Objectification · Psychiatry · Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies · Eating Disorders and Behaviors · Obesity and Health Practices · Psychology

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