Female students' disordered eating and the big five personality facets (original) (raw)

This paper explores the relationship between the Big Five personality traits and disordered eating behaviors among female students. With the notable prevalence of eating disorders and unhealthy weight perceptions, the investigation highlights how traits like Neuroticism significantly correlate with specific eating disorder symptoms. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the psychological factors influencing disordered eating, suggesting implications for prevention and intervention strategies.