Psychosocial Correlates of Shape and Weight Concerns in Overweight Pre-Adoles…

Shape and weight concerns among overweight pre-adolescents heighten risk for eating disorders and weight gain. Treatment and prevention efforts require consideration of psychosocial factors that co-occur with these concerns. This study involved 200 overweight pre-adolescents, aged 7–12 years (Mage = 9.8; SD = 1.4), presenting for familybased weight control treatment. Hierarchical regression …