Abstract
The authors conducted a cross-sectional investigation designed to validate the Body Image Disturbance Questionnaire (BIDQ) in a clinical population of patients with acne vulgaris. Results confirmed that the BIDQ was internally consistent (Cronbach's alpha=0.92) and converged appropriately with other body image indices, including the Multidimensional Body Self-Relations Questionnaire (MSRQ)-Body Area Satisfaction Subscale (r=-0.354, P=0.010), the MBSRQ-Appearance Evaluation (r=-0.369, P=0.007), and the Center for Epidemiologic Studies-Depressed Mood Scale (r=0.390, P=0.004). BIDQ scores also correlated with Skindex-16 scores (r=0.562, P<0.001), confirming that quality of life and body image are related psychosocial constructs. Based on these results, the BIDQ appears to be an accurate instrument that can be used to assess appearance-related distress and impairment in patients with acne vulgaris.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 725 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Journal | Journal of Drugs in Dermatology |
Volume | 9 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Jun 2010 |