Body Image Questionnaire Test

Understand body satisfaction and body image concerns in about 3 minutes. Reliable 16-item results support fast screening and more focused counseling or clinical decisions.

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October 2, 2025

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How the Scales are Structured

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4/9

Standard Scores (SS)

This standard score indicates how much a person’s dissatisfaction with their appearance differs from normative levels, with higher scores reflecting greater dissatisfaction.

Low dissatisfaction

Moderate dissatisfaction

High dissatisfaction

0 – 3: Low dissatisfaction | 4 – 6: Moderate dissatisfaction | 7 – 9: High dissatisfaction

A score of 4 falls in the Moderate dissatisfaction range, suggesting a noticeable but not extreme level of body-image dissatisfaction relative to the normative sample.

example score

34/48

Body Satisfaction (BS)

Measures how satisfied a person feels about their body, including weight, shape, specific body parts, and related thoughts and emotions.

Low dissatisfaction

Elevated dissatisfaction

0 – 12: Low dissatisfaction | 13 – 48: Elevated dissatisfaction

A score of 34 falls in the Elevated dissatisfaction range, suggesting notable concerns about body appearance that may influence self-esteem and day-to-day behavior.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

People with eating concerns

41%OF USERS

Individuals worried about overeating, restriction, bingeing, or weight changes use it to gauge how body dissatisfaction may be influencing their behavior.

Counseling and therapy clients

34%OF USERS

People in psychological counseling take it to pinpoint which body areas or appearance thoughts are causing the most distress and undermining self-esteem.

Research study participants

25%OF USERS

Participants in health or psychology studies complete it as a quick screening measure to identify levels of body image dissatisfaction in large groups.

BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.

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Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.

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Average

2.7

Normal range

1.4 — 4.1

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Body Satisfaction (BS)

Average

Normal range

9.1 — 24.8

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It measures dissatisfaction with appearance and body-related self-evaluation. It identifies which body areas or features are associated with discomfort.

Who is this questionnaire intended for?

It is intended for adolescents and adults in research, screening, or clinical settings where body image concerns may be relevant. It is commonly used when eating-related problems are being assessed.

How long does it take to complete and how many items are included?

Completion typically takes about 3 minutes. It includes 16 items.

How should items be answered?

Each item should be answered based on current feelings and typical reactions. All items should be completed to support accurate scoring.

How are results used and interpreted?

Higher scores generally indicate greater dissatisfaction with appearance. Results support screening and treatment planning but do not provide a diagnosis by themselves.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

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Body Image Questionnaire Test - Symptoms and Signs

body dysmorphic disorder body image eating behavior

This self-report measure assesses concerns and dissatisfaction related to physical appearance and perceived body image. The Body Image Questionnaire is commonly used to support screening and to inform clinical formulation when body image is a relevant focus (e.g., eating-related concerns). It was developed by Thomas F. Cash and J. Kevin Thompson.

The instrument contains 16 items and typically takes about 3 minutes to complete. Responses can help characterize the degree of body-related distress and identify domains that may warrant follow-up assessment or targeted intervention, with results interpreted in conjunction with clinical interview findings and other measures. The Body Image Questionnaire is intended as an adjunct to comprehensive evaluation rather than a standalone diagnostic tool.

Author: J. Kevin Thompson, Thomas F. Cash

Literature: Cash, T. F. Cognitive-behavioral perspectives on body image. In T. F. Cash & T. Pruzinsky (Eds.), Body image: A handbook of theory, research, and clinical practice. Guilford Press. 2002.; Fairburn, C. G. Cognitive behavior therapy and eating disorders. Guilford Press. 2008.

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