One size does not fit all: Implicit theories of body weight and body mass index interact to predict body image disturbances

Abstract Implicit theories of body weight (ITBW) have predicted successful loss efforts, such that incremental beliefs (body is malleable) lead to more success and resilience in the face setbacks than entity unchangeable). But, less known about how ITBW related image. Two studies tested (measured Study 1, manipulated 2) interacts with mass index (BMI) predict shame, surveillance, disordered eating undergraduate samples (Study 1 N = 296, 2 363). We saw evidence for participants higher BMIs, an theory compared weight. lower we some can actually be harmful increase attitudes or a desire change