Abstract:
The aim of this research study was to examine the effects of Cognitive Behavior Group Therapy (CBGT) on body image satisfaction, self-objectification, and self-compassion. A quasi-experimental research design with pre-posttest treatment-control group was employed. Forty-nine Thai female adolescents, age 15-18, who met selection criteria voluntarily participated in the study with parental permission. They were assigned to either a 2-hour 6-session program (n = 24) or a control group (n = 25). The program was conducted weekly for a period of 6 weeks. At pre- and post- study participation, participants’ body image satisfaction, self-objectification, and self-compassion were assessed. Data obtained were analyzed using between-group and repeated-measure Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA). Findings supported the hypotheses. The scores on body image satisfaction and self-compassion of the treatment group increased significantly and were significantly higher than those of the control group where no significant changes were observed. The scores on self-objectification of the treatment group were also found to be decreased significantly and was significant lower than that of the control group where no significant changes were observed.
