The Influence of Gender Identity on Eating Disorders: Differences Between Gender Groups

Bui Thi Dieu Linh, Nguyen Khanh Chi, Hoang Tuan Minh

VNU University of Education, International School Lycée Français Alexandre Yersin, HUS High School for Gifted Students

This study focused on exploring the relationship between gender identity and eating disorders in high school students, in order to clarify the differences in rates, manifestations and levels of influence between different gender groups. Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods with 170 students participating in the survey in Hanoi, the results showed that the rate of eating disorders was highest in females, followed by males and the other gender group. In particular, the other gender group had the most severe and diverse levels of eating disorders. Factors such as body dissatisfaction, social pressure on body standards, gender discrimination and internalization of appearance standards had a significant impact on eating disorder behavior. The study also showed that eating disorders negatively affected students' mental health, while coping ability was limited and there was a lack of appropriate support. On that basis, the study proposes educational, communication and school psychological support solutions for effective prevention and intervention, with special attention to gender-diverse student groups.

Article link: https://www.asianinstituteofresearch.org/JSParchives/the-influence-of-gender-identity-on-eating-disorders%3A-differences-between-gender-groups