Journal of Obesity & Weight Loss Therapy
Open Access

Abstract

Lose weight, then gain it back. It�s a devastating pattern for overweight individuals. But it�s even worse for people who lose one hundred pounds or more, and regain it all. And it�s devastating for those who have bariatric surgery procedures that initially work, but fail to bring long-term success. This presentation will focus on common psychological barriers that cause dieters to struggle and eventually regain weight they had lost. Based on current research along with best practices in the weight-loss industry, we�ll explore how to recognize these barriers and provide input and solutions that will drastically improve outcomes. Initially, we�ll look at common issues such as low motivation, perfectionism and emotional eating. But we�ll also dig into more challenging areas such as sabotage as well as difficult emotions such as anger, bitterness, and resentment and disappointment. We�ll explore how past traumatic events such as assault can block dieters from dropping below a specific weight number. Last, we�ll look at ways grief and loss can push people toward using food to help cope with emotional pain. Based on the presenter�s research and work as a weight-loss coach over the past 25 years, you�ll discover how to recognize these psychological barriers as well as simple ways to integrate a wide range of solutions into any type of obesity treatment program. By changing program outcomes, you�ll also create a more effective business model that will improve compliance and retention rates, resulting in satisfied customers and increased referrals.

Biography

Email: Linda@WeightLossJoy.com