Sociol Health Illn February 2020 PMID 31515826

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery.

Anita Berg

Mentions

14
Peak: 6 in Sep 2022
across 3 sources since Oct 2019

Extended reach

30,389
potential audience

Total likes

21

Video views

141

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Oct 2019 – Nov 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter11 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Blogs1 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The comments reveal an overall appreciation for the article's exploration of long-term experiences, as evidenced by statements like 'genuinely interesting read' and critiques of the oversimplification in some research. The discussions employ respectful and reflective language, emphasizing the complex reality of living with a 'bariatric body,' which suggests a moderate but meaningful influence on understanding this issue.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the value of the research, especially with one calling it a 'genuinely interesting read,' indicating general support or recognition of its insights.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, with comments like 'genuinely interesting read' and references to the long-term experiences, suggesting a reasonable level of engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect thoughtful engagement, particularly in noting the complexity of long-term impacts and calling out the nuanced qualitative studies, indicating a deeper level of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion highlights the significance of understanding long-term effects of weight-loss surgery, implying that the article influences perspectives on medical and sociological aspects.

Abstract in brief

  • The article investigates the long-term experiences of patients who have undergone bariatric surgery, highlighting both positive and negative impacts on daily life.
  • It discusses how the body's altered physiology after surgery can cause feelings of responsibility and shame, making it difficult for patients to seek help for unexpected health issues.
  • The study emphasizes the need for critical sociological research on medical interventions, acknowledging that long-term outcomes are complex and not solely the patient's responsibility.

Top posts

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Vincci Tsui, RD 徐詠芝
@VincciRD · X

@v_solesmith @fattyMPH @danceswithfat @theantidietplan I have found most papers are breathlessly in favour of WLS despite what their actual results might say. I have found qualitative studies have offered the most nuance. This paper made the rounds when it was first published a few years ago: https://t.co/47v1cvb3gk

Jan 19, 2023 · 15 likes · 1 share · 3,111 followers View post →
Fiona Quigley
@FionaQuigs · X

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent in daily life, + by displacing the overweight body and - due to the development of unexpected health problems after surgery.' 1/3 https://t.co/P5jqkieSPO

Sep 16, 2022 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 4,329 followers View post →
The Grateful Doctor
@gratefulmd · X

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long‐term experiences of weight‐loss surgery - Berg - 2020 - Sociology of Health & Illness - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/aWOPllttak

Apr 12, 2022 · 1 like · 2,839 followers View post →
Helen West RD
@HelenlouWest · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 11,004 followers View post →
Fiona Quigley
@FionaQuigs · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 4,329 followers View post →
Hiba Jebeile
@HibaJebeile · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,524 followers View post →

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@SuperBesuper · X

RT @VincciRD: @v_solesmith @fattyMPH @danceswithfat @theantidietplan I have found most papers are breathlessly in favour of WLS despite wha…

Jan 19, 2023 · 1 share · 276 followers View post →
Vincci Tsui, RD 徐詠芝
@VincciRD · X

@v_solesmith @fattyMPH @danceswithfat @theantidietplan I have found most papers are breathlessly in favour of WLS despite what their actual results might say. I have found qualitative studies have offered the most nuance. This paper made the rounds when it was first published a few years ago: https://t.co/47v1cvb3gk

Jan 19, 2023 · 15 likes · 1 share · 3,111 followers View post →
Cameron McLean
@camomclean1990 · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 401 followers View post →
Hiba Jebeile
@HibaJebeile · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,524 followers View post →
Fiona Quigley
@FionaQuigs · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 4,329 followers View post →
Helen West RD
@HelenlouWest · X

RT @FionaQuigs: Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent…

Sep 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 11,004 followers View post →
Fiona Quigley
@FionaQuigs · X

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long-term experiences of weight-loss surgery 'bariatric body is prominent in daily life, + by displacing the overweight body and - due to the development of unexpected health problems after surgery.' 1/3 https://t.co/P5jqkieSPO

Sep 16, 2022 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 4,329 followers View post →
Sioneva (she/her)
@sioneva · X

Genuinely interesting read. https://t.co/o8Ueo5Vcog

Sep 15, 2022 · 57 followers View post →
The Grateful Doctor
@gratefulmd · X

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long‐term experiences of weight‐loss surgery - Berg - 2020 - Sociology of Health & Illness - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/aWOPllttak

Apr 12, 2022 · 1 like · 2,839 followers View post →
R_undrar
@R_undrar · X

Om "bariatrics" är en medicinsk specialitet som sysslar med övervikt. Vad är isåf en "bariatric body"? https://t.co/NzRiKzJdNu

Jan 27, 2022 · 861 followers View post →
Dr Emma Hock
@EmmaEversonHock · X

Untold stories of living with a bariatric body: long‐term experiences of weight‐loss surgery https://t.co/uhW5tYkgmI

Oct 1, 2019 · 1,463 followers View post →
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