Citation

Browne NT. Bariatric Nursing and Surgical Patient Care 2012; 7(3): 107-115.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012)

DOI

10.1089/bar.2012.9972

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Obese children suffer psychological, social, and health-related consequences of weight bias and discrimination. Weight-based stigmatization toward obese youth is unrelenting, pervasive, and cruel. This paper reviews the definitions of weight-related bias and victimization, including bullying, discusses the consequences of these acts, examines current anti-bullying programs, and suggests future directions. The author recommends that all overweight or obese children (especially in school or clinical settings) be assessed for weight-based victimization with appropriate interventions employed if discovered. © Copyright 2012, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. 2012.

Language: en

Keywords

human; health education; suicidal ideation; depression; prevalence; anxiety; bullying; education program; physical activity; suicide attempt; suicidal behavior; body image; stigma; article; responsibility; human relation; high risk behavior; social status; self esteem; health care utilization; body weight; body mass; stereotypy; attitude to illness; home environment; primary school; childhood obesity