Adult, Global Health
Conditions
Keywords
COVID-19, well-being, physical activity, nutrition, body image
Brief summary
Citizens of many countries are in the high peak period of the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. People are currently struggling with the total cessation of certain aspects of normal life. The situation associated with the pandemic can lead to the development of many problems connected both with mental and physical health. The investigators, as psychologists, would like to better understand this difficult situation and identify mechanisms which can lead to health problems. Therefore, group of researchers and practitioners created this study to investigate how people in general cope with this critical situation. The researchers would like to estimate the following variables which participants will evaluate before and during the pandemic period: levels of physical activity, attitudes towards one's body, attitudes towards eating, and psychological well-being. The investigators would like to involve experts and scientists from all around the world. Through this research and by investigating how people cope with this critical situation the solutions for psychological care and interventions for global crisis situations like the COVID-19 pandemic might be identified.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
University Hospital of Split
University of Gondar
Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Universitas Padjadjaran
University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Science
DPFA Academy of Work and Health, Leipzig
Instituto Piaget
University of Peradeniya
Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
University of Évora
Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
Klaipėda University
Universitatea Alexandru Ioan Cuza
Institut Catholique de Paris
University of Gdansk
Jagiellonian University
International University of Business Agriculture and Technology
Beijing Sport University
University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus
University of Sargodha
University of Brasilia
Wright State University
Vietnam National University
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Astana Medical University
International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan
Menoufia University
Zhengzhou University
Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
\- Age: min 18 years old
Exclusion criteria
\- no
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Levels of Physical Activity | Baseline | measured by Inventory of Physical Activity Objectives (IPAO) by Lipowski & Zaleski is used to examine the motivating function of objectives determining one to undertake physical activity. The respondent answers questions regarding his/her involvement in competitive sports (both present and previous), and forms and intensity of his/her physical activity. The survey allows analyzing objectives in terms of their dimensions (importance, expectations, conflict), as well as dimensions of action (exercise, endurance, satisfaction). The respondent is given a (multiple) choice of objectives behind his/her physical activity. Four scales of goal-oriented behaviours associated with PA are distinguished in the test: motivational value, time management, persistence in action, motivational conflict. The higher the results of these scales - the higher the motivation to physical activity. IPAO is characterized by good psychometric properties, the Cronbach's α for IPAO reached 0,78. |
| Eating Attitudes | Baseline | measured by Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26) by Garner, Olmsted, Bohr & Garfinkel (1982). It's a self-report measure of symptoms and concerns characteristic of eating disorders. The EAT-26 can be used in a non-clinical as well as a clinical setting not specifically focused on eating disorders. Questionnaire is rated on a six-point scale based on how often the individual engages in specific behaviors. Scores greater than 20 indicate a need for further investigation by a qualified professional. Research using different EAT-26 language versions has a satisfactory Crombach's alpha 0,78-0,92. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Obligatory Exercise | Baseline | measured by Obligatory Exercise Questionnaire (OEQ) by Pasman & Thompson (1988). OEQ allows to measure excessive exercise activity, especially as it relates to eating disorders. The OEQ contains three factors: Emotional Element of Exercise; Exercise Frequency and Intensity; and Exercise Preoccupation. All items indicate higher endorsement of and engaging in obligatory exercise behaviors. |
| Psychological wellbeing | Baseline | measured by Psychological Well-Being Scales (PWBS) by Ryff (2004). The PWB scales incorporate six dimensions: autonomy, positive relations with others, environmental mastery, personal growth, purpose in life and self-acceptance. Respondents rate how strongly they agree or disagree with 18 statements using a 7-point scale, higher scores indicate greater wellbeing. |
| Body Image Disturbance | Baseline | measured by Fear of Negative Appearance Evaluation Scale (FNAES) developed by Lundgren, Anderson &Thompson (2004) - an eight-item self-report measure that assesses apprehension about appearance evaluation. The higher the FNEAS score the more fear of negative appearance evaluation by others is experienced. |
| Attitudes Towards Body | Baseline | measured by Sociocultural Attitudes Towards Appearance (SATAQ 3) by Thompson et al (2014) - widely used measure of societal influences on body image and eating disturbances. SATAQ 3 has subscales that assess internalization (general, athlete), pressures, and information. Items are rated on a five point response scale, with higher scores indicating greater media endorsement. |
| Physical wellbeing | Baseline | measured by SF-12v2 Health Survey, the SF-12v2 is a practical, reliable and valid measure of physical and mental health, it uses just 12 questions. Higher scores indicate a higher level of physical wellbeing |
Countries
Poland
Contacts
Primary ContactMariusz Lipowski, Prof.
Outcome results
None listed