The effects of restraint,gender, and body mass index on the accuracy of self-reported weight |
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| Authors: | Shapiro Jennifer R Anderson Drew A |
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| Institution: | Department of Psychology, University at Albany, State University of New York, Albany, New York 12222, USA. |
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| Abstract: | OBJECTIVE: Previous research has shown that women, restrained eaters, and overweight/obese individuals have a tendency to underreport their weight. This study investigated gender, dietary restraint, and BMI to determine which is the best predictor of errors in self-reported weight. METHOD: A total of 241 college students completed questionnaires pertaining to height and weight and then were weighed in the laboratory. RESULTS: Although overall students were fairly accurate in reporting their weight, restraint status was the best predictor of weight underestimation. DISCUSSION: These results suggest that restrained eaters, regardless of gender or BMI, have a tendency to underestimate their weight. |
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