Self-Objectification, Self-Esteem, Social Connectedness, Self-Compassion, and Depression A Serial Mediation Analysis

Girls generally objectify their physical bodies by engaging in photoshoots, dressing in modern clothes, and applying beauty products, whereas boys generally objectify their physical bodies by driving for muscularity which is fulfilling through engaging in excessive exercises, and using steroids. Self-objectification is associated with several mental health issues especially eating disorders, appearance anxiety, body shame, depressive mood, and sexual dysfunction