Philanthropy: Journal of Psychology
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): (January-June)

Body Image in the Dynamics of Psychological Well-being among Hijab-Wearing Adolescent Girls

Avrida Ningsih (Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Surabaya - Indonesia)
Miftakhul Jannah (Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Surabaya - Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 May 2026

Abstract

Perceptions of body image is an important aspect that influences psychological well-being, particularly among hijab-wearing adolescents who often encounter social pressures and contemporary beauty standards. This context underscores the relevance of investigating the association between body image and psychological well-being. This study applied a quantitative through a correlational design. A sample of 103 hijab-wearing female adolescents aged 18 to 21 years was selected through purposive sampling and analyzed using Pearson’s correlation test. The analysis showed a positive and significant relationship between body image and psychological well-being among hijab-wearing adolescents (r = 0.571; p < 0.001). These results indicated that a more positive body image is associated with higher psychological well-being in this population. This study emphasizes the importance of developing a positive body perception among hijab-wearing adolescent girls in order to achieve optimal psychological well-being.

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philanthropy

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Humanities Education Public Health Social Sciences Other

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Philanthropy: Journal of Psychology includes articles on the results of applied concepts and psychology studies that are within the scope of positive psychology and mental health issues. It accepts articles that are based on the thorough and systematic examination of psychological constructs from ...