Date of Graduation
2002
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Type
MA
Committee Chair
Scott A. Myers
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships among self-perceived body image, interaction involvement, and interpersonal communication motives. Participants (N = 137) completed the Self-Perceived Body Image Scale (Richmond, 1998), the Interaction Involvement Scale (Cegala, 1981), and the Interpersonal Communication Motives Scale (Rubin, Perse, & Barbato, 1988). Results indicated that self-perceived body image was negatively related with the inclusion and relaxation motives, but was not significantly correlated with the pleasure, affection, escape, and control motives. It was also found that women have a significantly lower self-perceived body image than men. Limitations and directions for future research were also addressed.
Recommended Citation
Miller, Suzanna D'ette, "The relationships among self-percieved body image, interaction involvement, and interpersonal communication motives." (2002). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD). 10661.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/10661