Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire – MBSRQ

Mohammed looti

Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire – MBSRQ

A self-report inventory for the assessment of body image, including attitudinal dispositions toward physical appearance, fitness, and health.

69 Questions

~17 min

Custom

Scale Development & Technical Details

Scale Overview

The Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire – MBSRQ was developed by Thomas F. Cash (2000). It is designed to measure Body Image. The scale is intended for use with Adults and adolescents.

Scale Structure

This instrument consists of 69 items organized into 9 factors/subscales: Appearance Evaluation, Appearance Orientation, Fitness Evaluation, Fitness Orientation, Health Evaluation, Health Orientation, Overweight Preoccupation, Self-Classified Weight, Body Areas Satisfaction Scale.

Factor / Subscale	Items	N
Appearance Evaluation	5,11,21,30,39,42,48	7
Appearance Orientation	1,2,12,13,22,23,31,32,40,41,49,50	12
Fitness Evaluation	3,14,24,33,34,51	6
Fitness Orientation	4,6,15,16,25,26,35,43,44,52,53	11
Health Evaluation	7,17,27,28,36,45,54	7
Health Orientation	8,9,18,19,29,37,38,46,47,55,56	11
Overweight Preoccupation	10,20,57,58	4
Self-Classified Weight	59,60	2
Body Areas Satisfaction Scale	61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69	9

Response Format

Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.

Response anchors: 1 = Definitely Disagree / Never / Very Underweight / Very Dissatisfied, 2 = Mostly Disagree / Rarely / Somewhat Underweight / Mostly Dissatisfied, 3 = Neither Agree Nor Disagree / Sometimes / Normal Weight / Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied, 4 = Mostly Agree / Often / Somewhat Overweight / Mostly Satisfied, 5 = Definitely Agree / Very Often / Very Overweight / Very Satisfied.

The scale includes 20 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.

Scoring

Items are scored by subscale, with each subscale sum representing a distinct dimension.

Psychometric Properties

Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Cronbach's alpha ranges from 0.70 to 0.90 for subscales.

Administration

The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.

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About You

Please provide the following information before starting the assessment. This data is used for research purposes only and will remain confidential.

Gender *

Age *

Education Level

Country / Nationality

Instructions

Please read each statement carefully and indicate how much you agree or disagree with it using the provided scale. For items 1-57, rate your agreement. For item 58, rate the frequency. For items 59-60, rate your perceived weight. For items 61-69, rate your satisfaction with specific body areas.

1 Definitely Disagree / Never / Very Underweight / Very Dissatisfied

2 Mostly Disagree / Rarely / Somewhat Underweight / Mostly Dissatisfied

3 Neither Agree Nor Disagree / Sometimes / Normal Weight / Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied

4 Mostly Agree / Often / Somewhat Overweight / Mostly Satisfied

5 Definitely Agree / Very Often / Very Overweight / Very Satisfied

Before going out in public, I always notice how I look.

Definitely Disagree / Never / Very Underweight / Very Dissatisfied Mostly Disagree / Rarely / Somewhat Underweight / Mostly Dissatisfied Neither Agree Nor Disagree / Sometimes / Normal Weight / Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied Mostly Agree / Often / Somewhat Overweight / Mostly Satisfied Definitely Agree / Very Often / Very Overweight / Very Satisfied

I am careful to buy clothes that will make me look my best.

I would pass most physical-fitness tests.

It is important that I have superior physical strength.

My body is sexually appealing.

I am not involved in a regular exercise program.

I am in control of my health.

I know a lot about things that affect my physical health.

I have deliberately developed a healthy lifestyle.

I constantly worry about being or becoming fat.

I like my looks just the way they are.

I check my appearance in a mirror whenever I can.

Before going out, I usually spend a lot of time getting ready.

My physical endurance is good.

Participating in sports is unimportant to me.

I do not actively do things to keep physically fit.

My health is a matter of unexpected ups and downs.

Good health is one of the most important things in my life.

I don't do anything that I know might threaten my health.

I am very conscious of even small changes in my weight.

Most people would consider me good-looking.

It is important that I always look good.

I use very few grooming products.

I easily learn physical skills.

Being physically fit is not a strong priority in my life.

I do things to increase my physical strength.

I am seldom physically ill.

I take my health for granted.

I often read books and magazines that pertain to health.

I like the way I look without my clothes on.

I am self-conscious if my grooming isn't right.

I usually wear whatever is handy without caring how it looks.

I do poorly in physical sports or games.

I seldom think about my athletic skills.

I work to improve my physical stamina.

From day to day, I never know how my body will feel.

If I am sick, I don't pay much attention to my symptoms.

I make no special effort to eat a balanced and nutritious diet.

I like the way my clothes fit me.

I don't care what people think about my appearance.

I take special care with my hair grooming.

I dislike my physique.

I don't care to improve my abilities in physical activities.

I try to be physically active.

I often feel vulnerable to sickness.

I pay close attention to my body for any signs of illness.

If I'm coming down with a cold or flu, I just ignore it and go on as usual.

I am physically unattractive.

I never think about my appearance.

I am always trying to improve my physical appearance.

I am very well coordinated.

I know a lot about physical fitness.

I play a sport regularly throughout the year.

I am a physically healthy person.

I am very aware of small changes in my physical health.

At the first sign of illness, I seek medical advice.

I am on a weight-loss diet.

I have tried to lose weight by fasting or going on crash diets.

I think I am (perceived weight status):

From looking at me, most other people would think I am:

Face (facial features, complexion)

Hair (color, thickness, texture)

Lower torso (buttocks, hips, thighs, legs)

Mid torso (waist, stomach)

Upper torso (chest or breasts, shoulders, arms)

Muscle tone

Weight

Height

Overall appearance

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