Higher general executive functions predicts lower body mass index by mitigating avoidance behaviors

Higher general executive functions predicts lower body mass index by mitigating avoidance behaviors

BackgroundThe present study examines the relationship between obesity, executive functions, and body image in a nonclinical population from southern Italy.MethodsGeneral executive functioning (Frontal Assessment Battery–15), and body image disturbances (Body Uneasiness Test) were assessed in a sampl...

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Main Authors: Marco La Marra, Ciro Rosario Ilardi, Ines Villano, Rita Polito, Maria Raffella Sibillo, Marina Franchetti, Angela Caggiano, Francesca Strangio, Giovanni Messina, Vincenzo Monda, Girolamo Di Maio, Antonietta Messina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Endocrinology
Subjects:
obesity
executive functions
BMI – body mass index
body image
avoidance
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fendo.2022.1048363/full

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