Nature for Body Image

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Conditions studied: Body Image, Eating Behaviors, Self-Compassion, Interoception

In brief

Nature exposure has been found to be particularly beneficial for body image, as recent studies have identified a positive association between time spent in nature and positive body image. Positive body image, defined as the ability to accept and respect one's body, has been linked to greater life satisfaction and engagement in healthy behaviors. Conversely, negative body image is recognized as a public health concern due to its detrimental effects on both physical and mental health. It has been associated with symptoms of Body Image Disorders (BIDs), including Eating Disorders (EDs) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). The Nature for Body Image (NBI) project aimed to examine the impact of a structured nature exposure intervention on improving body image among young women aged 18-35 years.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06960668

Run by

University of Padova

People needed

60

Starts

2025-05-01

Expected to finish

2026-02-28

Last updated by the study team

2025-05-16

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 35. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Females
• Age 18-35 years old

You may not qualify if…

• Full-blown body image disorder

Where it is running

• Department of General Psychology, University of Padova — Padova, Italy, Italy (enrolling)

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