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Name: New Research Shows That Naturism Improves Body Image & Happiness
Authors: Jones, Felicity
Published Date: 18 Sep. 2018
Indexed Date: 26 Jul. 2024
Web Link: https://felicitysblog.com/naturism-new-research-study-happiness-body-image-benefits/
Index Status: Complete
Original Language: English
Genre: Non-Fiction
Citation: Jones, Felicity. “New Research Shows That Naturism Improves Body Image & Happiness.” Felicity's Blog, 18 Sep. 2018, https://felicitysblog.com/naturism-new-research-study-happiness-body-image-benefits/

Summary

A research study published in the Journal of Happiness Studies in January 2017 examines the positive effects of naturism on body image, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. The findings reveal that naturist activities predict a more positive body image, which in turn leads to higher self-esteem and greater life satisfaction, particularly for those with the least experience with clothes-free activities. Additionally, the study suggests future research to explore the causal relationship between seeing naked bodies and improved body image.