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Impact of weight stigma on physiological and psychological health outcomes for overweight and obese adults: A systematic review

Journal of Advanced Nursing · 2017 · Vol. 74(5) · pp. 1030–1042
Ya‐Ke WuDiane C. Berry

Abstract

Weight stigma is associated with adverse physiological and psychological outcomes. This conclusion highlights the need to increase public and professional awareness about the issue of weight stigma and the importance of the further development of assessment and prevention strategies of weight stigma.

Obesity and Health PracticesEating Disorders and BehaviorsBody Contouring and SurgeryOverweightCINAHLWeight stigmaMedicineStigma (botany)AnxietyObesityClinical psychologyPsychological interventionSystematic review

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AdultAgedAged, 80 and overFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedObesitySelf ConceptOverweightSocial Stigma
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