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Psychological Factors for Overweight People
Obesity and overweight are more than just pounds reflected on a scale.
They are more than the damage done to health, career, and relationships.
Psychology plays a big role in how we gain and lose weight, and how
we feel about ourselves when we are overweight or not overweight. The
readings and books offered here can give you insight as to how large
a role psychology plays in this condition. The book, “When Food
is Love” is one example of this type of book, showing how people
sometimes emotionally equate food with love or self esteem. The author
John Bradshaw is particularly insightful for human relationships. Experiences
in childhood can affect people for a lifetime, shaping how they perceive
the world and relate to people. In some cases, poor self image may
contribute to weight gain. It is helpful at times to try not only dieting,
but addressing the root cause of weight gain. Wayne Dyer is an inspiring
author who demonstrates how people have the power to reshape their
lives mentally and physically by modifying their thinking patterns,
because thoughts are “things” that bring about cause and
effect.
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Additional Resources:
Psychological
aspects of obesity and very-low-calorie diets
