Examining the distinctiveness of body image and self-related constructs in eating disorders using virtual reality: the role of shape concerns, physical self-worth, and global self-worth

Key Points

• Dysfunctional eating attitudes are closely linked with disturb perceptions of body image and self-worth.
• Physical self-worth and shape concerns significantly influence visual-perceptual body image representations with eating disorders.
• Assessment of self-related dimensions enhances understanding of the interplay between body image and eating behaviors.
• Understanding these relationships may inform interventions aimed at improving body image in individuals with eating disorders.