Naked and Unashamed: Investigations and Applications of the Effects of Naturist Activities on Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Life Satisfaction

@article{West2018NakedAU,
  title={Naked and Unashamed: Investigations and Applications of the Effects of Naturist Activities on Body Image, Self-Esteem, and Life Satisfaction},
  author={Keon West},
  journal={Journal of Happiness Studies},
  year={2018},
  volume={19},
  pages={677-697}
}
  • Keon West
  • Published 1 March 2018
  • Psychology
  • Journal of Happiness Studies
Body image dissatisfaction is a serious, global problem that negatively affects life satisfaction. Several claims have been made about the possible psychological benefits of naturist activities, but very little empirical research has investigated these benefits or any plausible explanations for them. In three studies—one large-scale, cross-sectional study (n = 849), and 2 prospective studies (n = 24, n = 100) this research developed and applied knowledge about the possible benefits of naturist… 
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