Study of intuitive eating ratings and self-efficacy differences in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

<p><strong>Background</strong>: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder, which if left untreated can lead to infertility and diabetes.</p> <p><strong>Objective</strong>: To determine whether women with PCOS who practice intuitive eating skills are more confident in sustaining healthy lifestyle changes.</p> <p><strong>Methods</strong>: A web-based survey was completed by 120 women with PCOS. Bivariate associations between the self-efficacy and intuitive eating scales was investigated using scatterplots, Pearson’s correlation coefficient, and a simple linear regression model. Ratings on the intuitive eating scale were dichotomized as high or low and self-efficacy ratings were compared.</p> <p><strong>Results</strong>: Of the 120 responses, 89% of women (n=107) had previously dieted. A positive relationship existed between intuitive eating ratings and self-efficacy (p<0.001).</p> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong>: Women who engaged in fewer dieting behaviors and thinking were more likely to anticipate implementing and sustaining health behavior and lifestyle changes. Dietary approaches to PCOS which include intuitive eating skills will be more effective and lasting.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science (MS)

Level thesis:degree_level

Open Access Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Health Sciences

Year dc:date.available

2014

Author dc:creator

• Schillinger, Meaghan Ormsby

Contributors dc:contributor

• Rubina Haque, PhD, RD
• Alice Jo Rainville, PhD, RD, CHE, SNS
• Rachel Liger, MS, RD

• fertility
• polycystic ovary syndrome
• nutrition
• Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications

Repository record dc:identifier

https://commons.emich.edu/theses/588

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:commons.emich.edu:theses-1964