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Katelyn M Daigle1, Catherine H Gang2, Mariko F Kopping3

  • 1Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA.

Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior
|October 16, 2018
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Individuals seeking weight loss medication have specific expectations influenced by their demographics and beliefs about obesity causes. Understanding these perceptions is key for effective obesity treatment interventions.

Area of Science:

  • Obesity research
  • Behavioral medicine
  • Public health

Background:

  • Obesity is a complex chronic disease requiring multifaceted treatment approaches.
  • Patient perceptions of obesity causes and weight loss expectations can influence treatment adherence and outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the associations between demographic characteristics, obesity causal attributions, and weight loss expectations in adults seeking pharmaceutical-assisted weight loss.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 225 adults with obesity who completed the Obesity Perceptions Questionnaire (OPQ).
  • The OPQ assessed biological, psychological, environmental, and lifestyle attributions for obesity.
  • Statistical analyses examined relationships between OPQ subscales, demographics, and ideal 12-month weight loss.

Main Results:

  • Participants desired an average ideal weight loss of 26.4%.
  • Ideal weight loss positively correlated with biological attributions, higher BMI, female sex, and prior weight loss attempts.
  • White race, married status, and higher education levels were negatively correlated with ideal weight loss.

Conclusions:

  • Patient perceptions regarding obesity causes and weight loss goals vary based on demographic factors.
  • Incorporating patient-specific perceptions into the design of obesity interventions may enhance their effectiveness.
Keywords:
beliefsexpectationsobesityperceptionsweight loss

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