#weight-stigma

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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

For Bariatric Surgery Patients, Weight Stigma Doesn't Disappear

Bariatric surgeries involve removing, restricting or rerouting parts of the gastrointestinal tract to change the amount of food the stomach can digest or absorb.
Public health
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Challenging Diet Culture in the Therapy Room

The impact of diet culture and weight stigma pervades all therapeutic settings.
Therapists must engage in self-reflection to mitigate bias in their practice.
Weight-neutral care enhances client trust and treatment outcomes.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Top 5 Myths About Weight and Health

Health is not strictly defined by weight; several biological and environmental factors influence body weight.
Weight stigma impacts mental health and reinforces unrealistic health ideals.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Is It Time for a Paradigm Shift in Eating Disorder Treatment?

Weight stigma counteraction may inadvertently harm some clients' health.
Rethinking eating disorders through metabolic injury encourages a different treatment perspective.
The 'all foods fit' model often fails to support clients with unique challenges.
Creating safe spaces is essential for effective healing in diverse populations.
philosophy
fromApaonline
8 months ago

BMI Restrictions & Reproductive Justice in the "Ozempic Baby" Era

BMI-based restrictions in fertility care perpetuate exclusion of marginalized groups, prompting ethical concerns regarding justice and equity in reproductive healthcare.
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