Theme 9 - Self perceptions

Question 1

Types of self - perception?

Answer 1

Self - esteem
Self - concept
Body image

Question 2

Define self - esteem

Answer 2

Confidence in one’s own worth or abilities

Question 3

Define self - concept

Answer 3

How you see and define your self

Question 4

Define body image

Answer 4

How someone perceive their body

Question 5

Dimensions of body image?

Answer 5

• Perceptual dimension
• Cognitive dimension
• Emotional dimension
• Behavioural dimension

Question 6

Factors influencing body image

Answer 6

• Interpersonal factors
• Psychological factors
• Sociocultural factors

Question 7

Types of eating disorders

Answer 7

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
EDNOS
Body dysmorphic disorder

Question 8

Define anorexia

Answer 8

Maintaining low body weight via caloric restriction

Question 9

Define bulimia

Answer 9

Repeated episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviours to prevent weight gain

Question 10

Define body dysmorphic

Answer 10

Disturbed eating patterns/attitudes that may develop into clinical eating disorders

Question 11

Impact of exercise on self - perceptions

Answer 11

Physical fitness/performance, increased physical self – efficacy, improvements in self – concept