Self-objectification and cognitive inhibition among women: A moderated mediating model of appearance anxiety and self-compassion
Journal of Health Psychology: An Interdisciplinary, International Journal
Published online on July 25, 2026
Abstract
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According to objectification theory, self-objectification adversely affects women’s cognitive performance, leading to cognitive inhibition. However, results are inconsistent, and few studies have explored mechanisms and protective factors of cognitive ...
According to objectification theory, self-objectification adversely affects women’s cognitive performance, leading to cognitive inhibition. However, results are inconsistent, and few studies have explored mechanisms and protective factors of cognitive ...