Opinions and acceptability of common weight-loss practices

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P. J. Varnado-Sullivan
S. Savoy
M. O’Grady
G. Fassnacht
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[1] Southeastern Louisiana University,Department of Psychology
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Eating and Weight Disorders - Studies on Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity | 2010年 / 15卷
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Acceptability; weight loss; obesity;
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摘要：
A disconnect between research findings and public beliefs may lead to further dieting failures for consumers. Participants (N=300) were surveyed to determine their weight loss practices, opinions of weight loss methods, and rated the acceptability of popular and empirically validated weight loss programs. Dieting, the intention to diet, and the use of popular diets and diet aids were prevalent. There was a tendency for participants to view weight as more of a problem for society than themselves. The Behavioral Program was rated as most acceptable and Surgical Treatment least acceptable. However, participants were more likely to try a popular diet or supplement. It is vital for researchers and clinicians to improve communication with the public about efficacious weight loss programs.
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