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Health professionals' perceptions of weight loss programmes and recommendations for future implementation: a
Christina Jessen-Winge1,2, Pia Marie Ilvig3, Trine Thilsing3
1Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark Faculty of Health Sciences, Odense, Denmark cwinge@health.sdu.dk.
Holistic weight loss programs should focus on overall well-being, not just weight. Health professionals believe social support, self-belief, and daily life integration are key for sustainable results in municipal programs.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
- Health Promotion
Background:
- Obesity presents a significant public health challenge globally.
- Current weight loss programs often lack sustainability due to a narrow biomedical focus.
- Holistic approaches integrating overall well-being are increasingly advocated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore health professionals' perceptions of an ideal, holistic weight loss program.
- To identify feasible components for municipal weight loss initiatives in Denmark.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing a phenomenological-hermeneutical approach.
- Semistructured interviews conducted with 35 health professionals.
- Data collected from 32 Danish municipalities involved in weight loss programs.
Main Results:
- Three core themes emerged: importance of social network support, enhancing self-belief through positive engagement, and integrating changes into daily life.
- Social support is crucial during and after weight loss interventions.
- Self-belief modification via positive discussions and activities, alongside daily life integration, facilitates sustained change.
Conclusions:
- Municipal weight loss programs should prioritize overall health and well-being over solely focusing on weight reduction.
- Adopting a holistic strategy encompassing social relationships, meaningful activities, and daily life balance is recommended.
- Future programs should aim for sustainable lifestyle changes through comprehensive support systems.
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