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Group comparison in the main study variables.
| IBS (N = 142) | Control (N = 365) | F(1, 505) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depression | 19.1 (6.1) | 16.2 (4.9) | 29.1** |
| Anxiety | 15.5 (5.8) | 14.3 (5.0) | 5.4* |
| Body appreciation | 3.2 (0.8) | 3.7 (0.7) | 34.6** |
| Body dissatisfaction | 2.9 (0.9) | 2.7 (0.8) | 5.5* |
| Self-criticism | 4.4 (1.0) | 4.2 (0.8) | 4.8* |
* p < 0.05; ** p < 0.01.
