Effect of an Educational Instructions on Lifestyle Modification and Self-esteem in Morbid Obese Patients undergoing Bariatric Surgery

Background: Obesity is a widespread health issue worldwide, linked to various medical conditions.Bariatric surgery is recognized as an effective and safe intervention for individuals with morbid obesity.However, the surgery to be successful and patients maintain long-term weight loss without relapses,significant changes in lifestyle habits are essential. Aim: To evaluate the effect of educational instructionson lifestyle modification and self-esteem in morbid obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Method:The study employed a quasi-experimental design, selecting 42 patients as a purposive sample. Tools: I).A structured Interview Sheet, II). A knowledge Assessment Questionnaire, III). A LifestyleModifications Tool, & IV). The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSE). Results: There was a statisticallysignificant improvement in patients’ knowledge about morbid obesity, bariatric surgery, lifestylemodifications, and self-esteem following the educational intervention compared to their pre-interventionlevels. Conclusion: Application of an educational instructions’ intervention led to a marked improvementin patients' knowledge, self-esteem, and adherence to lifestyle modifications at both one- and six-monthspost-intervention as compared to their pre-intervention. Recommendation: Bariatric educationalprograms should be delivered by a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support sustained and effectiveweight loss following bariatric surgery. Utilizing digital communication tools such as social media,telephone support, and online platforms can help overcome common barriers including cost, timeconstraints, and geographic distance.