Physical Self-Perception Profile

Fox, Kenneth; Corbin, Charles B.

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“…The largest versus smallest effect sizes for Condition and Body, respectively, also accord with previous research (Fox & Corbin, 1989;Kowalski, et al, 2001;Lindwall & Hassmén, in press). To explain these consistent results, it has been suggested (Fox, 1990;Lindwall & Hassmén, in press) that the definition and operationalization of Condition seem more closely tied to the physical part of exercise, compared to the other PSPP sub-domains.…”

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“…164 university students (78 males and 86 females) in sport and exercise psychology courses volunteered to participate in the study and completed the 30-item Physical Self-Perception Profile (PSPP; Fox & Corbin, 1989), the 8-item Perceived Importance Profile (PIP; Fox, 1990) and a questionnaire focusing on exercise frequency and duration, during their first week of enrolment at the University. The mean age was 22.9 years (SD=4.3) for males and 23.2 years (SD=4.9) for females.…”

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“…In this context, it is relevant to consider the role of physical self-perceptions (PSP) for exercise motivation and other positive psychological outcomes such as self-esteem, positive affect, and lowered negative affect, depression, and health complaints (Biddle, 1997;Fox, 1997Fox, , 2000bSonstroem & Morgan, 1989;Sonstroem & Potts, 1996). Moreover, the importance that individuals attribute to different aspects of themselves and their physical self vis-à-vis their perceived competence in that domain has been described as one factor affecting the exercise behaviour and overall physical self-evaluation of the individual (e.g., Fox, 1990;Harter, 1986). Furthermore, PSP have been highly related to gender, demonstrated in the reported consistent gender differences in body image and PSP, with females displaying lower scores on all sub-domains than males (Fox & Corbin, 1989;Hayes et al, 1999).…”

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“…Drawing heavily on the influential theoretical framework of Shavelson, Hubner, and Stanton (1976), studies have generally supported multidimensional and hierarchical models of the self and its various domains on different levels. One such model underlies the Physical Self-Perception Profile (PSPP: Fox, 1990;Fox & Corbin, 1989). The model posits that a superordinate structure of global self-esteem governs the domain-level construct of physical self-worth, which in turns encompasses the four subdomains of sports competence, body attractiveness, physical strength and physical conditioning.…”

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“…For example, from a competenceimportance perspective (Harter, 1978, Fox, 1990, it may be argued that as the "Jante-law" in Sweden, which states that one should stay in the highlyvalued middle, be moderate ("lagom" in Swedish), and not ""stick out" from others, is one example of a cultural norm that may dictate self-presentational modes (e.g., Bond & Cheung, 1983) of response patterns and bias in self-report questionnaires. Such cultural norms offer another potential explanation to why the Swedish and Turkish samples reported lower latent means than the British sample in four of the five PSPP subdomains.…”

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Exercising the Self: On the Role of Exercise, Gender and Culture in Physical-self Perceptions

Lindwall¹

2004

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In modern society, individuals constantly pass judgments on their own body and physical competence as well as that of other people. All too often, the verdict is less favourable. For the person, these physical self-perceptions (PSP) may negatively affect global self-esteem, identity, and general mental well being. The overall aim of this thesis is to examine primarily the role that exercise, but also the roles that gender and culture, play in the formation of PSP. In Study I, using confirmatory factor analyses, strong support for the validity of a firstorder, and a second-order hierarchical and multidimensional model of the Physical Self-Perception Profile (PSPP: Fox & Corbin, 1989) was found across three national samples (Great Britain, Sweden and Turkey) of university students. Cross-cultural differences were detected, with the British sample demonstrating higher latent means on all PSPP subdomains except for the physical condition subdomain (Condition), than the Swedish and Turkish samples. In Study II, a higher self-reported exercise frequency was associated with more positive PSP (in particular for Condition) and more importance attributed to PSP in Swedish university students. Males demonstrated higher overall PSPP-scores than females. In Study III, a true-experimental design with randomisation into an intervention and a control group was adopted. Strong support for the effects of an empowerment-based exercise intervention programme on PSP and social physique anxiety (SPA) over six months for adolescent girls was found. The relations of exercise, gender and culture with PSP, SPA and self-esteem are discussed from the standpoints of a variety of theoretical models (e.g., the EXSEM-model), and frameworks (self-presentation and objectification theory). The two theories of self-enhancement and skilldevelopment are examined with regard to the direction of the exercise-physical self relationship and motivation for exercise. Arguments for the relevance of exercise and PSP for practitioners in promoting general mental well-being and preventing modern-day diseases are outlined. Brown, 1998; p. 193). "It is pretty well understood now that the result of physical training is to train the nervous centres more than the muscles"(James, 1899; p. 220). AcknowledgementsThe work presented in this doctoral dissertation was supported financially by the following institutions: The Department of Psychology, Stockholm University;The Swedish National Center for Research in Sports (CIF); The School of Social and Health Sciences, Halmstad University and Stockholm University College of Physical Education and Sports.Writing a doctoral dissertation can be described as being stranded (fortunately mentally more than physically) on a deserted island for four years. In the quest for survival in the academic jungle (i.e. in the context of writing a PhD dissertation, to finish in the predetermined time of four years), the famous philosophical quotation from the poet and theologian John Donne (1573-1631):"No man is an island, entire ...

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Section: Study Ii: the Role Of Exercise And Gender For Physical Self-mentioning

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Section: The Physical Self and Culturementioning

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2004

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Reconceptualization of body image and drive for thinness

Sands

2000

Int. J. Eat. Disord.

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Objective This study examined the nature of body image and drive for thinness as multidimensional constructs. Subjects included 111 early adolescent (ages 11–13) girls in Grades 7 and 8 from a private school in Melbourne. Method The participants completed a suite of perceptual, affective/attitudinal, and behavioral measures that included assessment of body mass index, self‐concept, body parts, silhouette discrepancy, self‐worth, multidimensional body image, body image dissatisfaction, social physique anxiety, eating attitudes and behaviors, and physical activity. Results The sample reported moderate levels of body image dissatisfaction and a significant association of body image dissatisfaction with drive for thinness. Findings verified the important contribution of the affective/attitudinal components of body image. Discussion A multidimensional scale devised to test the value of a combined index of self‐perceived size, shape, weight, tone, and appearance proved the most effective predictor among the alternative affective/attitudinal scales of body image dissatisfaction. Drive for thinness, as central to this study, was found to be related to, yet distinct from, body image on the basis of behavioral elements such as dieting and activity levels. These findings have ramifications for the design of future research in the body image, drive for thinness, and disordered eating domains. 2000 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Int J Eat Disord 28:397–407, 2000

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Physical self perceptions of women with rheumatoid arthritis

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Brydson²,

Fox³

2004

Arthritis & Rheumatism

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Objective. To assess the reliability and validity of the Physical Self-Perception Profile (PSPP) and the Perceived Importance Profile (PIP) and to assess relationships between these scales and disease, function, and negative affect in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. Methods. Fifty-two women (mean ؎ SD age 48.4 ؎ 10.4 years) completed the PSPP, PIP, and other measurements: the core measures of European League Against Rheumatism; the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale; distance walked; and peak and extrapolated maximal oxygen consumption during a 10-meter shuttle walk test. Results. PSPP subscales showed high internal consistency (Chronbach's alpha 0.73-0.81) and factor structure and strong relationships with physical self-worth (PSW; r ‫؍‬ 0.40 -0.63). Multiple regression analysis showed that all subscales (except sport) significantly contributed to PSW variance (R 2 ‫؍‬ 59.1%). Very low PSPP scores, particularly for strength and sport competence, and PIP scores were observed in RA patients (significantly lower than US college-aged and obese women), which were reflected in low PSW scores. Aspects of PSPP were related to depression and swollen joint count but not functional fitness. Discrepancy scores were associated with lower PSW scores (r ‫؍‬ 0.48), substantiating that subjects were unable to meet their perceptual needs concerning their physical selves. Conclusion. The PSPP and PIP are both reliable and valid and are sensitive to significant constructs in the mental health of women with RA. The PSPP appears to measure distinct mental properties not represented in other common RA measures; hence it may be useful in measuring an important aspect of RA patients' psychology.

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Physical Self-Perception Profile

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