Abstract

CUNHA, Margarida S. et al. The role played by positive body image on the quality of life of patients with chronic kidney disease. Psicologia [online]. 2021, vol.35, n.2, pp.63-78.  Epub Dec 31, 2021. ISSN 0874-2049.  https://doi.org/10.17575/psicologia.v35i2.1739.

This study aims to explore the role of positive body image (PBI) in the quality of life (QoL) of people with chronic renal failure (CRF). Data collection was performed using self-report instruments that allowed sociodemographic variables, some dimensions of PBI and QoL, in a clinical group (n = 46; M = 59.8 years) and in a non-clinical group (n = 49; M = 55.1 years) of participants. It was founded a positive association between PBI dimensions and the different domains of QoL in both groups. Women showed higher levels in the dimensions of body acceptance by others and self-care, compared to men. Finally, the results underlined the role of body functionality appreciation has as an important predictor of QoL. The importance of intervening in PCI is highlighted due to the positive impact it can have on the QoL of this population.

Keywords : Positive body image; Chronic Kidney Disease; Hemodialysis; Quality of life.

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