Adherence

When inequalities in behavioral weight management interventions do exist, they tend to favor 'more advantaged' groups (e.g., older, higher SES, employed) in terms of trial uptake, intervention adherence, and trial attrition.

If you are from a 'less advantaged' background (e.g., lower income, rural, younger), you may face higher barriers to starting or sticking with a weight loss program. This is not a reflection of your ability but of the program's design requiring high personal agency. Seek programs that reduce these barriers.