Fig. 3

Simplified hypothetical mediation model showing the direct, indirect and total effects. Note: The total effect (c) is the effect of bullying role on weight and exercise concern with the inclusion of psychological functioning. The direct effect (c’) is the effect of bullying role on weight loss preoccupation without the inclusion of psychological functioning. The indirect effect (ab) is the effect of bullying role on weight loss preoccupation, via psychological functioning