Talk:Body cathexis

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Additional Edits
I am interested in further exploring the topic of body cathexis, and measures of body image dissatisfaction. What factors are the greatest predictors of body cathexis? Are there behavioral consequences to negative feelings about the body? How can feelings about the body be measured? I am more specifically interested in conducting further research on body cathexis and correlations to disordered eating. Celia.vaughn (talk) 01:08, 2 February 2018 (UTC)Celia Vaughn

Body Cathexis
Body cathexis is defined as the degree of satisfaction or dissatisfaction one feels toward various parts and aspects of his or her own body. This evaluative dimension of body image is dependent on a person’s investment of mental and emotional energy in body size, parts, shape, processes, and functions, and is believed to be integral to one’s sense of self-concept. First recognized by Jourard and Secord, body cathexis is assessed by examining correlations between measures of self-concept or esteem and bodily attitudes. An individual’s evaluation of his or her body tends to drive various behaviors, including clothing choices and weight management, and the existence of a universal ideal for certain dimensions of body type is, in many cases, a source of anxiety and insecurity.

Among females in particular, one’s general attitude toward the body is a significant personality variable with mental health implications. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Celia.vaughn (talk • contribs) 02:02, 12 February 2018 (UTC)

Peer Review
(Elena for Celia)

Celia’s start on the wikipedia page is very good! The introductory sentence to define what body cathexis is is very clear and concise. It orients the reader to the topic well. I would consider moving the sentence “first recognized…” up a little earlier since this is important to understand who came up with this terminology, but that is just an idea! I think an interesting addition to the wikipedia entry would be to cite some of the primary research about body cathexis, although I am sure Celia is planning on doing that. I think having an additional section on females and body cathexis would be really helpful since it seems like this is very prevalent amongst females. I am very interested in seeing the next additions to the page! Great job! — Preceding unsigned comment added by Elenajones (talk • contribs) 15:19, 13 February 2018 (UTC)