Changes in how people living with obesity perceive weight‐related discussions with their healthcare professional : Results from the cross‐sectional online ACTION ‐ DK 2022 and 2024 studies
Authors' conclusion
Overall increased engagement of PwO regarding weight-related discussions with HCPs was observed from 2022 to 2024. However, barriers persist, since some PwO avoid interactions with HCPs due to previous experiences with stigma or the fear of being judged. Continued efforts are essential to address these barriers, enhance HCP education about weight-related bias, and foster a supportive environment for PwO in healthcare settings.
Study context
- Population
- Adults living with obesity (PwO) in Denmark
- Participants
- 1,005 vs 879
- Exposure
- 2024 survey vs 2022 survey
- 2024n = 1,005
- 2022n = 879reference
- Outcome
- PwO discussing weight with healthcare professionals (HCPs)
Methodological detailsonline survey, representative online panels, repeated survey (2022 and 2024), adjusted logistic regression
- Online survey
- Representative online panels
- Repeated survey (2022 and 2024)
- Adjusted logistic regression
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Observational data: associations, not effects.
Further findings
Positive feelings after weight consultations
- Did not change significantly
Reasons for refraining from discussing weight · 2024
- Fear of prejudice
- 23%
- Previous negative experiences
- 17%
- Belief that reducing weight was own responsibility
- 46%
Perceptions of weight-related discussions, subgroups 2024
- Current weight loss medication users reported the most positive perceptions
- Subgroup analyses
Original publication
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