Understanding the Complexity of Biopsychosocial Factors in the Public Health Epidemic of Overweight and Obesity

Diane L Rosenbaum; Kamila S White

doi:10.1177/2055102916634364

Understanding the Complexity of Biopsychosocial Factors in the Public Health Epidemic of Overweight and Obesity

Diane L Rosenbaum, Kamila S White

University of Missouri-St. Louis

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Abstract

Obesity is a complex and multifaceted public health problem. This commentary reflects on a new theoretical model of obesity (i.e. Homeostatic Theory of Obesity proposed by Marks), and calls for additional research to examine biopsychosocial factors that may be of importance in developing interventions that promote long-term maintenance of weight loss and in developing obesity prevention programs. Furthermore, we discuss the role of socioeconomic factors in obesity and call for interdisciplinary efforts to address obesity risk factors in the interest of public health.

Original language	American English
Journal	Health psychology open
Volume	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/2055102916634364
State	Published - Mar 7 2016

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Physical Therapy
Medicine and Health Sciences
Public Health

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