Table 4 Old talk content thematic analysis summary
From: I’m not just fat, I’m old: has the study of body image overlooked “old talk”?
Theme | Definition | Example responses | Initial responses % | Entire conversation % | Kappa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Denial | Participant denies that friend is old | “You don’t look old at all!” | 60.65 | 51.5 | .84 |
Empathy | Participant indicates that she and others can relate to feeling old and concerned about ageing appearance | “I know, I feel the same, it just catches up with you when you aren’t looking and it’s only going to get worse.” | 13.45 | 14.75 | .75 |
Ageing is natural and positive | Participant implies that ageing is natural, positive and/or inevitable | “Aging is natural and beautiful.... I wish I had wrinkles, they make you look wise. | 18.15 | 28.7 | .75 |
Evidence | Friend provides evidence to support the statement that she is actually old | “I disagree, LOOK at them.” | - | 35.35 | .74 |
Causes | Participant discusses or inquires about the causes contributing to friend’s belief that she is old and showing visible signs of ageing | “It’s from smiling and laughing too much” | - | 4.35 | .92 |
Action | Participant suggests or prompts plan of action to address feelings | “If you’re so worried, get some decent anti-wrinkle cream, nothing to lose!” | - | 15.2 | .80 |
I’m old, you’re not | Participant disagrees by commenting on her own signs of ageing | “That is so not bad. Look at my wrinkles” | - | 8.9 | .84 |
Discount | Participant or friend rejects the other’s denial that they are not old | “Yes I do, look at these!” | - | 23.75 | .71 |
Disengage | Participant actively dismisses and tries to stop the old talk | “Girl, don’t even go there. You are gorgeous.” | - | 5.85 | .90 |