Periodicals > Journal of Happiness Studies > Volume 19, Issue 3
| Name: | Naked and Unashamed: Investigations and Applications of the Effects of Naturist Activities on Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Life Satisfaction |
| Authors: | West, Keon |
| Indexed Date: | 15 Sep. 2023 |
| Web Link: | https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-017-9846-1 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | West, Keon. “Naked and Unashamed: Investigations and Applications of the Effects of Naturist Activities on Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Life Satisfaction.” Journal of Happiness Studies, Volume 19, Issue 3, Jan. 2017, pp. 677-697, https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-017-9846-1 |
Summary
The passage explains research conducted on the possible psychological benefits of naturist activities, such as improved body image, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. The study was conducted in three parts. In the first part, a large cross-sectional study found that more participation in naturist activities predicted greater life satisfaction and more positive body image. In the second and third parts, prospective studies found that participation in actual naturist activities led to immediate improvements in life satisfaction, mediated by improvements in body image and self-esteem. The study also revealed that seeing others naked was a stronger predictor of positive body image than being seen naked by others. It also highlighted the potentially underused strategy of naturist activities as a solution to body dissatisfaction. More representative samples and further research may provide a better understanding of the potential benefits of naturist activities. The article examines various studies on body image, self-esteem, and life satisfaction, focusing on the influences of parental attitudes, media exposure, and cultural aspects. It also discusses the impact of nudity and naturism on body satisfaction, self-acceptance, and well-being, drawing from a wide range of research sources.