Relationship Between Eating Beliefs & Somatic Symptoms in Adults-A Correlational Study
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https://doi.org/10.26821/IJSRC.12.6.2024.120603Keywords:
Eating beliefs, Somatic symptoms, Body dysfunctionAbstract
This study examines the relationship between eating beliefs and somatic symptoms in adults. A total of 221 participants, aged 25 to 35 years, with diverse educational and occupational backgrounds, completed online surveys including the Eating Belief Questionnaire-18 and the Patient Health Questionnaire-15. Results indicate a significant positive correlation (r = 0.179, p < 0.01, 2-tailed) between eating beliefs and somatic symptoms. Higher importance placed on eating beliefs is associated with increased somatic symptoms. These findings suggest that eating behaviors may contribute to bodily dysfunctions, leading to the presence and experience of somatic symptoms in adults. Further research is needed to explore the role of eating beliefs and habits as potential risk factors for the development of somatic symptoms.
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