Thursday, September 11, 2014

'Fat Shaming' Doesn't Motivate Obese People to Lose Weight

Discrimination against overweight or obese people, commonly known as "fat shaming," does not help them lose weight and may do more harm than good, according to research from London.

Being harassed or treated with disrespect, receiving poor service while shopping or being thought of as stupid may actually lead to more weight gain, the researchers found...

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2014/09/11/fat-shaming-doesnt-motivate-obese-people-to-lose-weight-study

 

Reposted by:

Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D., LLC.

Offices: Sarasota, FL and Venice, FL

 

Phone: 941-321-1971

www.drcharlesdavenport.com

 

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