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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Obesity Research
  • Network Analysis

Background:

  • Understanding psychosocial factors in obesity is crucial for effective treatment.
  • Interplay mechanisms between psychological variables and obesity require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the relationship between psychosocial variables in individuals with obesity.
  • To utilize network analysis to explore the interconnectedness of these variables.

Main Methods:

  • Network analysis was employed on data from 996 patients with severe obesity undergoing residential treatment.
  • Participants completed validated questionnaires assessing eating disorders, psychological distress, well-being, and weight bias.
  • Body mass index (BMI) was measured; maximum acceptable and dream BMI were also assessed.

Main Results:

  • Interpersonal sensitivity, shape-weight concern, and internalized weight stigma emerged as central, interconnected nodes in the network.
  • Objective binge-eating episodes and dietary restraint were peripheral nodes.
  • Eating disorder features and psychological distress formed distinct clusters; no sex-based differences in network structure were observed.

Conclusions:

  • The findings highlight the critical role of psychological distress, interpersonal sensitivity, shape-weight concern, and internalized weight stigma in obesity.
  • Assessing these interconnected psychosocial factors is vital for patients seeking obesity treatment.