The relationship between weight history and psychological health-Differences related to gender and weight loss patterns.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence and burden of obesity continues to grow worldwide. Psychological comorbidities may not only influence quality of life, but may also hinder successful weight loss. The causality between excess weight and mental health issues is still not fully understood. The aim of the study was to investigate whetherweight history parameters, (ie.age of onset) are related to psychological comorbidities.

Method

The data were derived from a representative telephone survey in Germany, collecting information on weight loss patterns and mental health outcomes among individuals with BMI>30kg/m2. Overall, 787 participants were examined in terms of depressive symptoms (Patient Health Questionnaire, PHQ-9) and anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire, GAD7). In a

SUBMITTER: Jung FUCE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9925088 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature