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Between Mirror and Marriage: The Effect of Objectified Body Image on Marital quality

Author(s) Ms. Ekatrika Ghosh, Ms. Anwesha Majumder, Dr. Papia Mukherjee
Country India
Abstract Middle-aged married women in India encounter distinct psychological issues influenced by the quality of their marriages and their objectified body image. This abstract examines the interaction of these two elements in shaping mental health during midlife, a phase characterized by heightened family obligations, physiological alterations, and societal pressures. Superior marriage quality—defined by emotional support, good communication, and reciprocal respect—enhances psychological well-being and resilience. Conversely, poor marriage quality exacerbates stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. The objectification of body image, influenced by internalized cultural beauty ideals of fairness, youth, and slimness, leads to body dissatisfaction, diminished self-esteem, and emotional turmoil. Strained marital dynamics and negative body image can exacerbate mental health risks, establishing a cyclical pattern of diminished self-worth and relational tension. Comprehending these interactions is crucial for formulating culturally attuned interventions that aim to improve marital satisfaction, foster a good body image, and bolster the mental health of middle-aged married women within the Indian context.
Keywords Objectified body image, Marital quality, Women, Mid life crisis, Anxiety in women
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On 2025-12-18
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.62624
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