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Article
An Examination of Estimated BMI and Perceived Wellness among Students at a Midsized Midwest University
American Journal of Health Studies
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Publication Date
7-1-2017
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Abstract
Health is complex and the perception of individual wellness can be influenced by various factors. Students at a Midwestern university estimated their BMI, completed the Perceived Wellness Survey, and had their BMI calculated. Measured BMI was significantly higher than estimated [F(2,155) = 62.03, p = 0.001]. Associations existed between the measured constructs of psychological (r = -0.231; p = 0.004), spiritual (r = 0.248; p = 0.002), and estimated BMI. Data indicates that perceived body composition is related to wellness. False perception of body composition could lead to wellness deficiencies.
Citation Information
Kylie Kenedy, Eric M. Wiedenman, James W. Ball, Danae Dinkel, et al.. "An Examination of Estimated BMI and Perceived Wellness among Students at a Midsized Midwest University" American Journal of Health Studies Vol. 32 Iss. 3 (2017) p. 136 - 143 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/danae-dinkel/70/
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