Changes in how people living with obesity perceive weight‐related discussions with their <scp>healthcare professional</scp> : Results from the cross‐sectional online <scp>ACTION</scp> ‐ <scp>DK</scp> 2022 and 2024 studies
Overall increased engagement of PwO regarding weight-related discussions with HCPs was observed from 2022 to 2024. However, barriers persist, since some PwO avoid interactions with HCPs due to previous experiences with stigma or the fear of being judged. Continued efforts are essential to address these barriers, enhance HCP education about weight-related bias, and foster a supportive environment for PwO in healthcare settings.
Authors
- Per Peetz Nielsen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1359-2952)
- J. Meldgaard Bruun
- Mette Bøgelund (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0866-9414)
- A. F. Rasmussen
- Signe Stensen
- Pernille Andreassen
Institutions
- Steno Diabetes Centers (DK)
- Novo Nordisk (Denmark) (DK)
- Aarhus University (DK)
- Aarhus University Hospital (DK)
- Dansk Sprognævn (DK)
- Danish Diabetes Association (DK)
- Danish Pain Research Center (DK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Diabetes Obesity and Metabolism
- Published
- 2026-01-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/dom.70474
- Primary Topic
- Obesity and Health Practices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Novo Nordisk