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This research aims to investigate the relationship between self-concept and eating disorder symptoms during late childhood and early adolescence.

Eating Disorder Symptomatology and Self-Concept in Late Childhood and Early Adolescence: A Cross-Lagged Longitudinal Approach

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Cross-lagged analysis shows self-concept impacts eating disorder symptoms in children, indicating potential interventions are needed.

This research aims to investigate the relationship between self-concept and eating disorder symptoms during late childhood and early adolescence.
Evaluated 380 participants annually for 3 years using self-report questionnaires.
Analyzed longitudinal data with cross-lagged panel models.
Assessed global and domain-specific self-concept alongside eating disorder symptoms.
Lower global and appearance-related self-concept predicted increases in eating disorder symptoms over time.
Eating disorder symptoms were found to negatively impact scholastic competence and behavioral conduct.
The interplay suggests a cyclical relationship between self-concept and eating disorder symptoms.

Raemen et al. (2026) studied this question.

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