Looking to the future: Priorities for translating research to impact in the field of appearance and body image

Alleva, Jessica M.; Jankowski, Glen S.; Atkinson, Melissa; Stock, Nicola; Piran, Niva; Riley, Sarah; Calogero, Rachel; Clarke, Alex; Diedrichs, Phillippa; Rumsey, Nichola; Slater, Amy; Williamson, Heidi

Abstract

© 2019 Elsevier Ltd The field of body image and appearance research and practice is progressing; however, there is still work to be done to ensure broad societal impact. This article consolidates reflections from a range of established and early career experts in the field of appearance and body image, with a focus on stimulating and guiding future agenda setting and translation from research to impact. We conducted a thematic analysis of transcripts from nine recorded 5-minute presentations, delivered by researchers and clinicians as part of a special invited presentation session at a biennial international conference, ‘Appearance Matters,’ in the UK. Four themes were identified: Moving Beyond the Individual; Consolidation and Collaboration; Commitment to Implementation; and Positive and Protective Frameworks. These themes are discussed alongside recommendations for researchers and practitioners working in these fields to advance research, advocacy, and impact outside of academia.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: Mar 1, 2020
• Journal: Body Image
• Print ISSN: 1740-1445
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 32
• Pages: 53-61
• APA6 Citation: Diedrichs, P. C., Jankowski, G. S., Alleva, J. M., Stock, N. M., Atkinson, M. J., Atkinson, M., …Williamson, H. (2020). Looking to the future: Priorities for translating research to impact in the field of appearance and body image. Body Image, 32, 53-61. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bodyim.2019.10.006
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bodyim.2019.10.006