Objective A mediation model was examined, in which body satisfaction mediated the relations between exercise frequency and psychological adjustment. Methods Using the body-esteem scale, Illinois loneliness questionnaire and self-perception profile for children, 372 students from different universities in Shanghai were investigated. Results ① The interaction between exercise frequency and body shape on physical attractiveness and physical condition was significant. The main effect of exercise frequency and body shape on weight concern was significant. ② The interaction between exercise frequency and body shape on self-esteem was significant. The main effect of exercise frequency and body shape on loneliness was significant. ③ Body satisfaction partially mediated relations between exercise frequency and psychological adjustment. Conclusion Exercise frequency not only shows direct impact on psychological adjustment, but also has indirect impact through the body satisfaction. The result generally supports the model of exercise and self-esteem. It also provides a theoretical basis to improve the psychological adjustment of university students.
胡慧欣,李 丹. 大学生锻炼频数、身体满意度与心理适应的关系[J]. 教育生物学杂志, 2016, 4(3): 134-.
HU Huixin, LI Dan. Relationship between exercise frequency and psychological adjustment: mediating effect of body satisfaction. JOURNAL OF BIO-EDUCATION, 2016, 4(3): 134-.