Figure 1. Conceptual model. A single path was conducted (X) on the outcome (Y). The Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) was reversed. 95%CI = 95% confidence interval; a path = effect of X on M; b path = effect of M on Y, controlling for X; c path = total effect of X on Y; c’ path = direct effect of X on Y controlling for M; DERS = Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale; EE = emotional eating; TFEQ = Three Factor Eating Questionnaire. * p < 0.05.