Research
Adherence
Obesity is a chronic disease characterized by complex abnormalities in body weight regulation, and weight-related stigmatization is a key barrier to effective care.
Healthcare providers should treat obesity as a chronic disease, not a moral failing. Avoid stigmatizing language to build trust and encourage patients to seek and adhere to treatment.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Obesity is a serious, chronic, and progressive disease caused by complex abnormalities in body weight regulation [28]; shame and blame have no place in the treatment of obesity, or any chronic disease.
Why this rating
Based on cited studies [22-27] regarding stigma and care barriers.
Source
Integrating semaglutide into obesity management – a primary care perspective
Janine V. Kyrillos et al. · Postgraduate Medicine · 2022
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