A Study of Body Image and Quality Life Among College Female Students

Ritu; Usha Rani

doi:10.60081/SSHA.3.1(Spl).2025.497-502

Authors

Ritu PhD Scholar, Department of Physical Education, Kurukshetra University https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3487-9481
Usha Rani Professor and Dean Faculty of Education & Chairperson, Department of Physical Education, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.60081/SSHA.3.1(Spl).2025.497-502

Keywords:

Body Image, Quality of Life, Female students, Sports, Mental Health

Abstract

This study aimed to examine differences in body image and quality of life (QoL) among college female students participating in sports and those not involved in sports. Furthermore, it sought to analyze the relationship between body image and QoL. A descriptive survey design was utilized. A sample of 100 female college students from Hisar District, Haryana, was randomly selected. Tools used for data collection included the Body Image Questionnaire by Marilou Bruchon-Schweitzer (1987) and the Quality of Life Scale developed by Sarika Sharma and Dr.Nakhat Nasreen (1971). The collected data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, t-tests, and Pearson's Product Moment Correlation.Results indicated significant differences in body image and QoL between female students engaged in sports and those not involved in sports. Participants in sports reported higher levels of body satisfaction and better overall quality of life. A statistically significant positive correlation (r = 0.419) was found between body image and quality of life.The findings suggest that sports participation positively influences both body image and quality of life among college female students. Initiatives promoting physical activity and body positivity can enhance the well-being of this demographic.

Author Biographies

Ritu, PhD Scholar, Department of Physical Education, Kurukshetra University

ritu.phyedu@kuk.ac.in
Usha Rani, Professor and Dean Faculty of Education & Chairperson, Department of Physical Education, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, India

usharani.phy.edu@kuk.ac.in

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