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Research Objective

To examine the relationship between body image satisfaction and social anxiety among female students at the tertiary level.

Methodology

Quantitative research method using a self-structured questionnaire. A sample of 217 undergraduate female students from the University of Gujrat was selected using proportionate random sampling. Data was analyzed using SPSS-24, employing descriptive statistics, Spearman's correlation coefficient, and linear regression analysis.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD;
    A[Define Research Objective] --> B[Select Sample: 217 Female Students];
    B --> C[Data Collection: Self-structured Questionnaire];
    C --> D[Data Analysis: SPSS-24];
    D --> E[Correlation & Regression Analysis];
    E --> F[Report Findings];                    

Discussion

The study found a negative relationship between body image satisfaction and social anxiety among female students. Higher body image satisfaction was associated with lower social anxiety. The findings suggest that interventions focusing on improving body image satisfaction could help reduce social anxiety in this demographic.

Key Findings

There is a strong negative correlation between body image satisfaction and social anxiety (r = -0.860, p = .000). Body image satisfaction significantly predicts social anxiety, explaining 73.9% of the variance.

Conclusion

Body image satisfaction has a significant negative influence on social anxiety among female students at the tertiary level. Promoting positive body image is crucial for enhancing the psychological well-being of these students.

Fact Check

- Sample size: 217 female students. (Confirmed in Methodology section)
- Correlation coefficient: r = -0.860. (Confirmed in Results and Discussions section)
- Variance explained by body image satisfaction: 73.9%. (Confirmed in Results and Discussions section)

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