Videoconferencing and Appearance-Related Anxiety’s Impact on Body Dissatisfaction: An Australian Investigation

Stewart, Marni P; Stapleton, Peta

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“…Although body image disturbance, dissatisfaction and/or preoccupation are common in people experiencing an ED (APA, 2023), little is known about the impact of using video interventions with this cohort of patients. Generally, however, it is believed that body dissatisfaction and appearance concerns have increased with the use of video conferencing through the pandemic (Pikoos et al, 2021; Sarangi et al, 2022; Stewart & Stapleton, 2022; Plumley et al, 2021). In terms of therapeutic engagement, Grignoli et al (2021) suggest that the effect of mirroring through a self‐view video screen for those experiencing self and/or body image disturbance can be disorientating.…”

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An exploration of patient experiences of transitioning to a remote day programme following inpatient treatment in an adult eating disorder service

O'Connor,

Donohue,

Morrissey

et al. 2023

Psychiatric Ment Health Nurs

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Accessible SummaryWhat is known on the subject? Traditionally, treatment for eating disorders (EDs) has been provided on an inpatient or outpatient basis, but more recently other levels of treatment provision to include, day care (DC) and community outreach programmes, have been developed. There is limited research exploring the experience of patients who have transitioned from inpatient ED treatment to a remote DC treatment. This lack of knowledge can impact mental health nurses' understanding of what that experience is like for patients and hence may influence the efficacy of collaboration and inclusion between patients and nurses. What this paper adds to existing knowledge? This research addresses this dearth of knowledge and adds to our understanding of patients' experiences of attending a remote DC programme following a period of inpatient treatment for an ED. This is an important study for nurses and other mental health professionals working with people in ED treatment, as it highlights the specific challenges and anxieties of transitioning from inpatient to a remote DC programme and the individualized supports advisable during this process. What are the implications for practice? This research provides a basis on which nurses can understand and address the challenges experienced by patients after transitioning to a less intensive supportive ED programme. The understanding of these experiences will enhance the therapeutic alliance between the nurse and patient, which will in turn support the patient in increasing agency as they progress through their recovery. This research provides a foundation on which to develop specific supports that need to be in place to help patients manage the anxieties they experience as they transition to a less intense and remote treatment. Findings from these lived experiences can be used to support the development of similar DC programmes for EDs in other settings. AbstractIntroductionDay care (DC) treatment for people with an eating disorder (ED) provides for an easier transition from hospital to home, along with a treatment milieu where patients can maintain occupational and social functioning and allow for the transfer of newly acquired skills to everyday life.AimTo explore patients' experiences of attending a remote day programme following intense inpatient treatment in an adult ED service.MethodA qualitative descriptive methodology informed the study. In‐depth semi‐structured interviews were conducted with 10 consenting patients. A thematic analysis framework was used to guide the process of data analysis.ResultsThree themes reflected participants' experiences: ‘Moving On: Preparing for Change’, ‘Navigating a New Support System’ and ‘Increasing Agency’.DiscussionAn underlying issue for participants was an ongoing but changing experience of anxiety. While anticipatory anxiety is evident in preparing for discharge, this is replaced with a real‐time anxiety as they endeavour to negotiate an effective support network.Implications for PracticeThe findings from this study provide a basis on which mental health nurses can develop timely and effective treatment and support systems with patients who are transitioning from a high support inpatient ED programme to a less intensive ED remote DC programme.

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An exploration of patient experiences of transitioning to a remote day programme following inpatient treatment in an adult eating disorder service

O'Connor,

Donohue,

Morrissey

et al. 2023

Psychiatric Ment Health Nurs

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“…Breast augmentation surgery is a common practice in plastic and aesthetic surgery. An increasing number of women are seeking breast augmentation surgery because of breast shape problems to improve their self-confidence and meet their social and work needs[ 2 ]. As a relatively safe and natural plastic method, autologous fat breast augmentation is favored by many women who pursue a beautiful physique[ 3 ].…”

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Change in self-image pressure level before and after autologous fat breast augmentation and its effect on social adaptability

Li,

Wang,

Jiang

et al. 2024

World J Psychiatry

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BACKGROUND There is an increasingly strong demand for appearance and physical beauty in social life, marriage, and other aspects with the development of society and the improvement of material living standards. An increasing number of people have improved their appearance and physical shape through aesthetic plastic surgery. The female breast plays a significant role in physical beauty, and droopy or atrophied breasts can frequently lead to psychological inferiority and lack of confidence in women. This, in turn, can affect their mental health and quality of life. AIM To analyze preoperative and postoperative self-image pressure-level changes of autologous fat breast augmentation patients and their impact on social adaptability. METHODS We selected 160 patients who underwent autologous fat breast augmentation at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinxiang Medical University from January 2020 to December 2022 using random sampling method. The general information, self-image pressure level, and social adaptability of the patients were investigated using a basic information survey, body image self-assessment scale, and social adaptability scale. The self-image pressure-level changes and their effects on the social adaptability of patients before and after autologous fat breast augmentation were analyzed. RESULTS We collected 142 valid questionnaires. The single-factor analysis results showed no statistically significant difference in the self-image pressure level and social adaptability score of patients with different ages, marital status, and monthly income. However, there were significant differences in social adaptability among patients with different education levels and employment statuses. The correlation analysis results revealed a significant correlation between the self-image pressure level and social adaptability score before and after surgery. Multiple factors analysis results showed that the degree of concern caused by appearance in self-image pressure, the degree of possible behavioral intervention, the related distress caused by body image, and the influence of body image on social life influenced the social adaptability of autologous fat breast augmentation patients. CONCLUSION The self-image pressure on autologous fat breast augmentation patients is inversely proportional to their social adaptability.

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Videoconferencing and Appearance-Related Anxiety’s Impact on Body Dissatisfaction: An Australian Investigation

Cited by 2 publications

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An exploration of patient experiences of transitioning to a remote day programme following inpatient treatment in an adult eating disorder service

An exploration of patient experiences of transitioning to a remote day programme following inpatient treatment in an adult eating disorder service

Change in self-image pressure level before and after autologous fat breast augmentation and its effect on social adaptability

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