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Body Image Acceptance and Action Questionnaire

Authors

Emily K. Sandoz, Kelly G. Wilson, Rhonda M. Merwin, Karen Kate Kellum (2013)

The BI-AAQ is designed to measure body image flexibility. This concept refers to an individual’s ability to accept and experience thoughts, beliefs, perceptions, and feelings about their body without trying to change or avoid them.

What this tool is good for:

The BI-AAQ is valuable for both clinical and research settings to understand and improve how individuals relate to their body image. This tool is particularly useful in the context of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and other mindfulness-based approaches for treating eating disorders and body image issues.

Type of tool

Mechanisms/Processes

Specific gender

Non-specific

Age validated for use with

Adolescents (13 - 17 years), Adults (18+ years)

Eating disorders

General

Evaluates

Body shape attitudes

Delivery Setting

Self-report

Number of Questions

12

Specific Populations

General population

Approximate administration time:

5-10-minutes

Languages

English, French , Spanish, Portuguese

Type of tool

Mechanisms/Processes

Specific gender

Non-specific

Age validated for use with

Adolescents (13 - 17 years), Adults (18+ years)

Eating disorders

General

Evaluates

Body shape attitudes

Delivery Setting

Self-report

Number of Questions

12

Specific Populations

General population

Approximate administration time:

5-10-minutes

Languages

English, French , Spanish, Portuguese