The relationship between satisfaction with body image and resilience in burn patients: a cross-sectional study in Iran.

BACKGROUND

Serious complications affecting burn patients include reduced body image satisfaction, which can negatively influence their mental health. At the same time, resilience is a key factor in promoting psychological well-being. Therefore, the present study aimed to examine the relationship between body image satisfaction and resilience among burn patients in 2022-2023.

METHODS

In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 106 burn patients from Hamadan were enrolled using stratified quota sampling. The study instruments included a demographic information questionnaire, the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale, and the Souto and Garcia Body Image Satisfaction Questionnaire. Data were analyzed using STATA version 14, employing descriptive statistics and Spearman's correlation coefficient.

RESULTS

The results showed that the mean ± standard deviation for body image satisfaction was 59.83 ± 16.98, and for resilience, 56.26 ± 17.61. Furthermore, analysis indicated a strong, positive, and statistically significant correlation between body image satisfaction and resilience among these patients (r = 0.614, P < 0.001).

CONCLUSION

This study found that burn patients reported moderate levels of body image satisfaction and resilience. A significant positive correlation was observed between these two variables, suggesting that patients with higher body image satisfaction tend to exhibit greater resilience in coping with the physical and psychological challenges of burn injuries. These findings highlight the importance of integrating psychological care targeting body image into rehabilitation programs, as addressing body image concerns may help enhance resilience and improve overall well-being among burn survivors.