Targeting Anxiety in Young Women with Body Shape Concerns: A Mixed-Methods Study of Psychological Correlates and a Self-Compassion-Based Cognitive Intervention

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Keyword: Mood Disorders

Abstract: This study will evaluate an integrated self-compassion and cognitive restructuring intervention to reduce anxiety and body shape concerns. 100 young women (M_age =21) will participate. It undertakes a mixed method design and includes measures like anxiety, body shape concerns, self-compassion. A significant improvement, supporting the intervention’s efficacy is expected.

• Anju Soman (Presenting Author)
• Navneet Misra (Author)