Comparison of Body Dissatisfaction Among Islamic Veil Practicing (IVP), Non-Complete IVP, and Inconsiderate to IVP Women

February 4, 2009 updated by: Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
The aim of this research is to examine the social, psychological and Islamic veil practicing (IVP), non-complete IVP and Inconsiderate to IVP correlates of body mass index (BMI) status in a women population. It is hypothesized that women who are IVP would differ on depression, and social variables compared with their non-practicing peers.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Detailed Description

In this cross-sectional study, a population-based sample of 1774 female responded anonymously to an aerobic health club administered questionnaire. Body mass index was calculated from height and weight and categorized into four classes of underweight, normal, overweight, and obese. The questionnaire also included questions about social experiences, body dissatisfaction as Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ), future goals and Islamic Veil Practicing (IVP). Persian version of Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II Persian) and Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale was also distributed among six groups of women having IVP/regular exercise (RE), IVP/non-RE, Non-complete IVP/RE, Non-complete IVP/non-RE, Inconsiderate to IVP/RE, and Inconsiderate to IVP/non-RE. Correlations of BMI with social, psychological, future goals and IVP were explored

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment

3000

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Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

12 years to 59 years (Child, Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Genders Eligible for Study

Female

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Open for all women practicing Islamic veil, Non-complete IV, or Inconsiderate to IV

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Overt signs of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa

Study Plan

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Collaborators and Investigators

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Sponsor

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences

Collaborators

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

February 1, 2006

Study Completion

September 1, 2006

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

December 29, 2006

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 29, 2006

First Posted (Estimate)

January 1, 2007

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

February 5, 2009

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 4, 2009

Last Verified

February 1, 2009

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  • Nnftri

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