The collective discussions show strong support for the publication's significance, with many emphasizing that weight discrimination can shorten lives, as seen in statements like 'weightism can shorten lives' and 'nearly 60% increased mortality risk.' The tone is serious and urgent, with multiple participants referencing the study's findings directly, using terms like 'something to consider' and 'a topic worth talking about,' which reflect the high interest and perceived societal impact of the research.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions support the findings of the publication, emphasizing that weight discrimination is linked to increased mortality risk.
InterestHigh interest
The social discussions demonstrate high engagement with the topic, highlighting its relevance and emotional impact.
EngagementModerate engagement
Participants reference specific studies and details, indicating a meaningful depth of engagement with the research implications.
ImpactHigh impact
The widespread sharing and emphasis on health consequences suggest these discussions aim to influence societal views and policy regarding weight discrimination.
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Aureliano Stingi PhD
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Fonte scientifica: Sutin A.R. et al., Weight Discrimination and Risk of Mortality, Psychological Science, 2015.
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Ref: SUTIN et al. Weight Discrimination and Risk of Mortality. Psychological Science, 26(11), 1803-1811, 2015.
É impossível abordar toda a temática em poucos caracteres, quem quiser acrescentar algo, sinta-se a vontade
Aug 26, 2020 · 14 likes · 16,766 followersView post →
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The Body Image Therapist
@BI_therapist · X
Sutin, A., Stephan, Y., & Terracciano, A. (2015). Weight Discrimination and Risk of Mortality. Psychological Science, 26(11), 1803-1811.
@mackin_shawn Oh, I agree. Let's talk about the consequences of being fat in our society. "Weight discrimination was associated with an increase in mortality risk of nearly 60%..." https://t.co/L5jDg7BwLt
Apr 25, 2022 · 1 like · 5,427 followersView post →
This study, involving over 6,000 participants, reveals that the issue isn't body weight but systemic discrimination. The research highlights how stigma and bias harm health and access to medical care, emphasizing the…
A 2017 study involving nearly 27,000 adults found that experiencing weight discrimination significantly increases the risk of heart conditions, including myocardial infarction, even after controlling for BMI and other…
Weight stigma involves negative beliefs about overweight individuals, often perpetuated by media and health professionals. These misconceptions can lead to unhealthy eating patterns and adverse health outcomes.
Did you know that weightism can shorten lives? A study found weight discrimination was associated with a nearly 60% increased mortality risk; even after accounting for physical and psychological risk factors. Something to consider #NEDAWeek2023
(Source: https://t.co/qxJYteoypN)
For the second edition @Jeremy_Hunt - In addition to its association with poor health outcomes, weight discrimination may shorten life expectancy https://t.co/bTarddtlwH #WeightNeutralNow #Nutriri https://t.co/sbW8iXr45G
@Jeremy_Hunt For the second edition @Jeremy_Hunt - In addition to its association with poor health outcomes, weight discrimination may shorten life expectancy https://t.co/bTarddtlwH #WeightNeutralNow #Nutriri
@mackin_shawn Oh, I agree. Let's talk about the consequences of being fat in our society. "Weight discrimination was associated with an increase in mortality risk of nearly 60%..." https://t.co/L5jDg7BwLt
Apr 25, 2022 · 1 like · 5,427 followersView post →
Ref: SUTIN et al. Weight Discrimination and Risk of Mortality. Psychological Science, 26(11), 1803-1811, 2015.
É impossível abordar toda a temática em poucos caracteres, quem quiser acrescentar algo, sinta-se a vontade
Aug 26, 2020 · 14 likes · 16,766 followersView post →
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Zirve
@ZirvePS · X
Body Shaming'in, insanların ölüm riskini arttırdığıyla ilgili bir araştırma:
https://t.co/SDMskNOZNj
Fat Shamin'in depresyonla ilişkisi hakkında bir araştırma:
https://t.co/C1J8eI2nZZ
@FrankDeScushin @SavinTheTreez Good thing she was one of the ones it worked for and not one of the 30% it increases morality for.
https://t.co/6M4inFW8h4
@tittierip @CampbellGirl90 @OfficialGarryMc @NerdAboutTown @JD_lwig Since you insist on this tired diatribe and not listening to any of the fat people talking in this thread, here's some sci lit homework to get you started: https://t.co/4dq45HTQYP https://t.co/NTNwaTOPTf https://t.co/1OK28NpN55 https://t.co/3btiYdRUbp. Cheers.
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