Weight loss attempts in a racially diverse sample of primary care patients.
Weight loss attempts in a racially diverse sample of primary care patients.
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DOI：
10.1016/j.pmedr.2017.11.009
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发表时间：
2018-06
影响因子：
2.8
通讯作者：
Chukwuka KM
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作者：
Halbert CH;Jefferson M;Nemeth L;Melvin CL;Nietert P;Rice L;Chukwuka KM
Despite efforts to promote healthy weight, obesity is at epidemic levels among adults in the US. We examined the prevalence of weight loss attempts among a racially diverse sample of overweight and obese primary care patients (n = 274) based on sociodemographic, clinical and psychological factors, and shared decision-making (SDM) about weight loss/management. This observational study was conducted from December 2015 through January 2017. Data were obtained by self-report via survey. Overall, 64% of participants were attempting to lose weight at the time of survey. No significant differences in current weight loss attempts were found based on racial background, sociodemographic characteristics, or clinical factors. Participants who believed they were obese/overweight (OR = 6.70, 95% CI = 2.86, 15.72, p < 0.0001) or who were ready to lose/manage their weight (OR = 4.50, 95% CI = 1.82, 11.09, p = 0.001) had an increased likelihood of attempting to lose weight. The likelihood of attempting to lose weight increased with greater SDM with providers (OR = 1.54, 95% CI = 1.06, 2.22, p = 0.02). Patient perceptions about their weight, their readiness for weight loss/management, and SDM were associated significantly with weight loss attempts. Obesity is a significant clinical and public health issue. 64% of obese/overweight primary care patients was trying to lose weight. Weight loss attempts did not differ based on race, SES, or clinical factors. Weight loss efforts were associated with perceived obesity status and readiness. Greater shared decision-making was associated with making weight loss efforts.
