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The psychological consequences of weight gain prevention in healthy, premenopausal women

International Journal of Eating DisordersPublished 1 March 1997
Mary Lou Klem, Rena R. Wing, Laurey R. Simkin‐Silverman, Lewis H. Kuller
Citations69
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SJR score1.70
SNIP1.46

TL;DR

Investigation subjects showed significant decreases in depressive symptoms over time, relative to control subjects, and this effect was observed for normal-weight, as well as heavier, subjects.

Abstract

The current study found no evidence of negative psychological sequelae of participation in a behavioral lifestyle change program, regardless of weight status. Results further suggest that participation in these types of programs may exert a positive influence on the psychological status of both normal-weight and heavier women.

Keywords

PsychologyMedicineHealth Professions