Examining The Influence of Social Physique Anxiety on Self Efficacy and Life Satisfaction

The current research endeavours to examine the impact of social physique anxiety on young adults’ life satisfaction and self-efficacy. The worry of having one’s physical appearance poorly viewed by others is known as social physique anxiety. The sample comprises of 200 participants aged 18-25 years. (Male=100, Female=100). Results revealed no gender disparity, also an inverse relationship was found of social physique anxiety with belief in one self and fulfilment with life. Additionally, it was noted that social physique anxiety has moderate ability to predict self-efficacy and life satisfaction. The results emphasise the need for interventions that address social physique anxiety and aim to promote general well-being, irrespective of gender differences.