Description

The Body Image Assessment via Figural Drawing Scale (BIAS-BD) is a psychometric tool designed to evaluate body image through figural drawings. This scale uses illustrative diagrams to allow participants to express their perceptions of their body image based on various aspects, such as size, shape, and overall body perception.

Data Analysis and Use

The analysis of data from the BIAS-BD involves quantitative and qualitative techniques to evaluate body image. The analysis process includes:
Descriptive Statistics:Means and Standard Deviations: Calculation of means and standard deviations for participants’ choices.
Variations and Correlations: Examination of variations between selected drawings and their correlation with other variables, such as gender, age, and psychological state.
Reliability:Cronbach’s Alpha: Assessment of the internal consistency of the scale to ensure the reliability of the results.
Validity:External and Internal Validity: Evaluation of the tool’s validity compared to other established body image assessment tools.

Objective

The primary goal of the BIAS-BD is to provide a reliable tool for assessing body image through figural drawings. It is used for:
Research Purposes: Studying body image perceptions and their relationships with various psychological and social variables.
Clinical Assessment: Evaluating body image to understand psychological conditions such as dysmorphia or body image disturbance.
Policy and Interventions: Developing strategies for improving self-esteem and body image.

Calibration

The calibration of the BIAS-BD involves analyzing the data obtained from using the scale, with the aim of assessing the reliability and validity of the tool:
Internal Consistency Assessment: Calculation of the tool’s reliability using Cronbach’s alpha to ensure response consistency.
Comparative Analysis: Comparing results with data from other relevant studies to confirm the tool’s validity and reliability.

Bibliography

Smolak, L., & Murnen, S. K. (2009). “The Relationship between Body Image and Eating Disorders: A Review of the Literature”. Body Image, 6(4), 242-257.
Cash, T. F., & Pruzinsky, T. (2004). “Body Image: A Handbook of Theory, Research, and Clinical Practice”. Guilford Press.
Stice, E., & Shaw, H. E. (2002). “The Role of Body Image in the Development of Eating Disorders: Evidence from a Longitudinal Study”. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 58(7), 978-989.
Tiggemann, M., & Slater, A. (2014). “NetGirls: The Internet, Facebook, and Body Image Concerns in Adolescent Girls”. International Journal of Eating Disorders, 47(6), 630-643.