Prevalence of disturbance of body image perception and engagement in risky behaviors for eating disorders motivated by the Korean wave.

IF 2.5 4区医学 Q2 PSYCHIATRY

International Journal of Social Psychiatry Pub Date : 2024-09-12 DOI:10.1177/00207640241280719

Valentina Belalcazar Vivas

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BACKGROUND the global expansion of the Korean wave (hallyu) has led to the idealization of Korean beauty standards among fans. Celebrities share extreme diets and exercise routines through social media that help them lose weight and adhere to this standard, which has been shown in some studies conducted in Asia to significantly influence negative body image perception and risk for eating disorders. AIM to describe the prevalence of disturbance of body image perception and engagement in risky behaviors for eating disorders among Spanish-speaking fans residing in Western countries, motivated by the Korean wave. METHOD this cross-sectional and descriptive study employed a quantitative method for data collection. The data were collected through an anonymous online survey created by the author on the Google Forms platform; the survey included demographic questions, information about exposure to hallyu, body perception, body image perception disturbance and engagement in risky behaviors motivated by the Korean wave. A total of 121 participants were recruited to answer through social network X Prevalence was then calculated for each category. RESULTS a total of 67.8% of the participants reported comparing their bodies to those of Korean celebrities, and 53.7% experienced a disturbance in their body image perception after exposure to hallyu. Risk behaviors related to exercise were more prevalent among participants than were those related to eating. The majority of participants engaging in these behaviors were females aged 18 years or younger. CONCLUSION disturbance of the body image perception and engagement in risky behaviors for EDs motivated by the Korean wave are prevalent among its fans, especially female adolescents. More research is needed to understand the extent of this influence on body image perception and the risk of ED, which have a negative impact on physical and mental health.

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韩流引发的身体形象认知紊乱和饮食失调危险行为的发生率。

背景韩流（hallyu）的全球扩张导致粉丝们将韩国的美丽标准理想化。明星们通过社交媒体分享极端饮食和锻炼方法，以帮助他们减肥并遵守这一标准，在亚洲进行的一些研究表明，这极大地影响了负面的身体形象认知和饮食失调的风险。数据是通过作者在谷歌表格平台上创建的匿名在线调查收集的；调查内容包括人口统计学问题、韩流接触信息、身体感知、身体形象感知障碍以及受韩流影响的危险行为。结果67.8%的受访者表示曾将自己的身材与韩国明星的身材进行比较，53.7%的受访者在接触韩流后身体形象感知受到干扰。与饮食相关的风险行为相比，与运动相关的风险行为在参与者中更为普遍。结论在韩流的粉丝中，尤其是青少年女性中，普遍存在着因韩流而导致的身体形象认知紊乱和从事危险行为的现象。需要开展更多的研究，以了解韩流对身体形象认知的影响程度和发生 ED 的风险，这对身心健康有负面影响。

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International Journal of Social Psychiatry PSYCHIATRY-

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12.30

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1.30%

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120

期刊介绍： The International Journal of Social Psychiatry, established in 1954, is a leading publication dedicated to the field of social psychiatry. It serves as a platform for the exchange of research findings and discussions on the influence of social, environmental, and cultural factors on mental health and well-being. The journal is particularly relevant to psychiatrists and multidisciplinary professionals globally who are interested in understanding the broader context of psychiatric disorders and their impact on individuals and communities. Social psychiatry, as a discipline, focuses on the origins and outcomes of mental health issues within a social framework, recognizing the interplay between societal structures and individual mental health. The journal draws connections with related fields such as social anthropology, cultural psychiatry, and sociology, and is influenced by the latest developments in these areas. The journal also places a special emphasis on fast-track publication for brief communications, ensuring that timely and significant research can be disseminated quickly. Additionally, it strives to reflect its international readership by publishing state-of-the-art reviews from various regions around the world, showcasing the diverse practices and perspectives within the psychiatric disciplines. This approach not only contributes to the scientific understanding of social psychiatry but also supports the global exchange of knowledge and best practices in mental health care.