Risk and resiliency factors related to body dissatisfaction and disordered eating: The identity disruption model

The current study examined a theoretical model (the identity disruption model) linking negative early life experiences to body dissatisfaction and disordered eating via self-concept clarity and sociocultural factors (internalization of beauty ideals and appearance comparison tendencies).1,023 participants (52% women) completed a series of questionnaires online, including measures of negative early life experiences and childhood abuse,...