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An investigation of body image disturbance, social appearance anxiety, self-esteem, and psychological resilience in Turkish adults with eczema

Kader Bahayi(OKAN ÜNİVERSİTESİ)0000-0001-9173-9780
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2026-09-19
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Results: Findings revealed that body image was positively associated with social appearance anxiety (r=.48, p<.01) and negative self-esteem (r=.36, p<.01), while it was negatively associated with psychological resilience (r=-.36, p<.01) and positive self-esteem (r=-.32, p<.01).

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Objective & Hypothesis:Aims: This study aims to examine the relationship between body image disturbance, social appearance anxiety, self-esteem, and psychological resilience among individuals diagnosed with eczema (atopic dermatitis).
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Key Findings & Data:Given the chronic and visible nature of eczema, it was hypothesised that body image disturbance would increase social appearance anxiety, negatively affect self-esteem, and negatively affect psychological resilience.
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Conclusion & Impact:Results: Findings revealed that body image was positively associated with social appearance anxiety (r=.48, p<.01) and negative self-esteem (r=.36, p<.01), while it was negatively associated with psychological resilience (r=-.36, p<.01) and positive self-esteem (r=-.32, p<.01).
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⚙️Variables:Eczema · body image · social appearance anxiety

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Aims: This study aims to examine the relationship between body image disturbance, social appearance anxiety, self-esteem, and psychological resilience among individuals diagnosed with eczema (atopic dermatitis). Given the chronic and visible nature of eczema, it was hypothesised that body image disturbance would increase social appearance anxiety, negatively affect self-esteem, and negatively affect psychological resilience. Methods: The research was conducted using a cross-sectional correlational design with 186 adult participants clinically diagnosed with eczema. Data were collected through standardised Turkish versions of self-report instruments such as the Body Image Scale (BIS), Self-Esteem Rating Scale-Short Form (SERS-SF), Social Appearance Anxiety Scale (SAAS), and Resilience Evaluation Scale (RES). Statistical analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics 27, including Pearson correlation, simple linear regression, and one-way ANOVA with Tukey and Games-Howell post-hoc tests. The significance level was set at p<.05. Results: Findings revealed that body image was positively associated with social appearance anxiety (r=.48, p<.01) and negative self-esteem (r=.36, p<.01), while it was negatively associated with psychological resilience (r=-.36, p<.01) and positive self-esteem (r=-.32, p<.01). Regression analyses indicated that body image significantly predicted social appearance anxiety (β=.48, p<.001) and negative self-esteem (β=.36, p<.001), while inversely predicting psychological resilience (β=-.36, p<.001). ANOVA results have shown significant differences in psychological variables across eczema duration and severity groups, with longer disease duration and higher severity linked to below-average psychological outcomes. Conclusion: The results highlight that individuals with longer-term or more severe eczema experience greater body image disturbances, higher social anxiety, and lower self-esteem and resilience. These findings emphasise the importance of integrating psychological support and body image-focused interventions into dermatological treatment to enhance individuals’ overall well-being and quality of life.

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Bahayi, K. (2026). An investigation of body image disturbance, social appearance anxiety, self-esteem, and psychological resilience in Turkish adults with eczema. Journal of Health Sciences and Medicine, Volume: 9 Issue: 5. https://doi.org/10.32322/jhsm.1899087

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