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[A self-development program for obese female students].

L Oelofse, F Cilliers, M Poggenpoel

    Curationis
    |December 1, 1990
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    This study developed a self-development program for obese female students, finding no significant weight changes but improving psychological well-being and self-actualization. The program enhanced confidence and social adaptation, suggesting a focus on psychological growth in obesity interventions.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Obesity Research
    • Health Education

    Background:

    • Psychological factors significantly contribute to obesity.
    • Obesity interventions often focus on physical aspects, neglecting psychological well-being.
    • Self-development strategies can be crucial for managing obesity and improving quality of life.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To construct and evaluate a self-development program tailored for obese female students.
    • To investigate the impact of psychological growth stimulation on obese individuals.
    • To enhance ego strength and self-actualization in the target population.

    Main Methods:

    • An experimental design with pre, post, and post-post evaluations was employed.
    • Both physical and psychological measuring instruments were used.

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  • An experimental group receiving the self-development program was compared to a control group.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant changes in body mass were observed between the groups.
    • The program significantly increased intrapersonal self-actualization (spontaneity, self-regard, confidence, worthiness, decreased nervousness).
    • Interpersonal self-actualization improved, marked by enhanced social adaptation and capacity for intimate contact.

    Conclusions:

    • Self-development programs can effectively enhance psychological well-being and self-actualization in obese female students, independent of weight changes.
    • Psychological growth stimulation should be a more emphasized component in obesity management and mass control programs.
    • Further research is needed to explore program content for sustained behavioral change in obesity interventions.