Early and ongoing experiences of weight stigma linked to self-directed weight shaming

Researchers surveyed more than 18,000 adults enrolled in the commercial weight management program WW International, and found that participants who internalized weight bias the most tended to be younger, female, have a higher body mass index (BMI), and have an earlier onset of their weight struggle.

Source: sciencedaily.com

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