Long-term Impact of Weight-related Discussions on Children’s Well-being
Study Overview
Parents’ perspectives on discussing weight-related issues with children after obesity treatment were explored in a qualitative study as part of the More and Less study. This study is a 4-year follow-up of a randomized controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of a parental support program in treating obesity in preschool-aged children in Stockholm, Sweden.
Key Findings
Parents emphasized the importance of discussing weight and health behaviors with their children, but found it challenging due to uncertainties about how to approach it safely and sensitively. They reported engaging in weight-related conversations with their children more frequently as the children matured, driven by their growing self-awareness. Parents also employed strategies to shield their children from weight stigma, such as nurturing their children’s self-confidence and emphasizing health when discussing weight.
Implications
Many parents need support to navigate weight-related discussions, and addressing weight stigma is crucial in children’s obesity management process. The study highlights the need for further research to explore how young children undergoing obesity treatment experience weight stigma and to understand gendered differences in these experiences.
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