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View article: A Weight‐Inclusive Approach to Restrictive Eating Disorders: De‐Centering Weight
A Weight‐Inclusive Approach to Restrictive Eating Disorders: De‐Centering Weight Open
Objective To examine the case for de‐centering weight in the diagnosis of both anorexia nervosa (AN) and atypical anorexia nervosa (AAN). Method We summarized research examining the weight‐based similarities and differences between AN and …
View article: The legality of weight discrimination in Canada: an environmental scan of case law and the limits of Canadian legislation
The legality of weight discrimination in Canada: an environmental scan of case law and the limits of Canadian legislation Open
Weight stigma negatively impacts people with higher weights across the lifespan as well as social contexts and can lead to weight discrimination. As weight is not a protected identity in Canadian human rights legislation, it is important t…
View article: “It helps me to be more aware and connected to my body when I spent so many years trying to disconnect”: A qualitative pilot study on the impact of time spent in nature on eating disorder recovery
“It helps me to be more aware and connected to my body when I spent so many years trying to disconnect”: A qualitative pilot study on the impact of time spent in nature on eating disorder recovery Open
Eating disorders have high relapse and mortality rates, complex treatment needs, and disproportionately affect women. A common characteristic of women with eating disorders is a lack of embodiment and disconnection from the body. Increasin…
View article: Current trends and future directions in internalized weight stigma research: a scoping review and synthesis of the literature
Current trends and future directions in internalized weight stigma research: a scoping review and synthesis of the literature Open
Background Since the first papers focused on internalized weight stigma were published in the mid 2000’s, the literature has grown into a robust field that complements existing knowledge on weight stigma. Recently, researchers have documen…
View article: Changing the global obesity narrative to recognize and reduce weight stigma: A position statement from the World Obesity Federation
Changing the global obesity narrative to recognize and reduce weight stigma: A position statement from the World Obesity Federation Open
Summary Weight stigma, defined as pervasive misconceptions and stereotypes associated with higher body weight, is both a social determinant of health and a human rights issue. It is imperative to consider how weight stigma may be impeding …
View article: Transforming the landscape of obesity education - The Canadian obesity education competencies
Transforming the landscape of obesity education - The Canadian obesity education competencies Open
The COECs embed evidence-based approaches to obesity care into one of the most widely used competency-based frameworks in the world, CanMEDS. Crucially, these competencies outline how to address and mitigate the damaging effects of weight …
View article: A scoping review of school‐based anthropometric measurement
A scoping review of school‐based anthropometric measurement Open
Summary Though anthropometric measurement (AM) frequently occurs in school settings, it is not without risks to child wellbeing. The aim of this scoping review was to examine how AM in school settings takes place and is reported on to make…
View article: Exploring weight bias internalization in pregnancy
Exploring weight bias internalization in pregnancy Open
Background Recent research has shown that pregnant individuals experience weight stigma throughout gestation, including negative comments and judgement associated with gestational weight gain (GWG). Weight bias internalization (WBI) is oft…
View article: Corrigendum: Examining the Conceptual and Measurement Overlap of Body Dissatisfaction and Internalized Weight Stigma in Predominantly Female Samples: A Meta-Analysis and Measurement Refinement Study
Corrigendum: Examining the Conceptual and Measurement Overlap of Body Dissatisfaction and Internalized Weight Stigma in Predominantly Female Samples: A Meta-Analysis and Measurement Refinement Study Open
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View article: Examining the Conceptual and Measurement Overlap of Body Dissatisfaction and Internalized Weight Stigma in Predominantly Female Samples: A Meta-Analysis and Measurement Refinement Study
Examining the Conceptual and Measurement Overlap of Body Dissatisfaction and Internalized Weight Stigma in Predominantly Female Samples: A Meta-Analysis and Measurement Refinement Study Open
Both body dissatisfaction and internalized weight stigma have been identified as risk factors for many negative health outcomes for women, including depression and eating disorders. In addition to these contributions, these concepts have b…
View article: Changes in Pre-Service Teacher Personal and Professional Attitudes Following a Comprehensive School Health Course
Changes in Pre-Service Teacher Personal and Professional Attitudes Following a Comprehensive School Health Course Open
Comprehensive school health (CSH) is a framework that can support teachers in the delivery of health-related content as well as supporting health promotion within the school community. In this study, 222 Bachelor of Education students comp…
View article: A Review of Cook-Cottone's Embodiment and the Treatment of Eating Disorders: The Body as a Resource in Recovery
A Review of Cook-Cottone's Embodiment and the Treatment of Eating Disorders: The Body as a Resource in Recovery Open
Embodiment and the Treatment of Eating Disorders: The Body as a Resource in Recovery by Catherine Cook-Cottone provides over its 13 chapters a theoretical framework and practice recommendations for infusing embodiment in eating disorder tr…
View article: “I Am More than My Country of Origin”: An Arts-Based Engagement Ethnography with Racialized Newcomer Women in Canada
“I Am More than My Country of Origin”: An Arts-Based Engagement Ethnography with Racialized Newcomer Women in Canada Open
Many women immigrate with the hope that they will gain new opportunities for themselves and their families, however, they often face significant challenges due to the intersectional stigmas related to their gender, immigration status, and …
View article: Capturing the Shadow and Light of Researcher Positionality: A Picture-Prompted Poly-Ethnography
Capturing the Shadow and Light of Researcher Positionality: A Picture-Prompted Poly-Ethnography Open
Acknowledging researcher positionality and engaging in ongoing reflexivity are important components of qualitative research. In this manuscript, we share our experiences of examining our positionality and engaging in reflexive practice rel…
View article: Weight Bias as a Social Justice Issue in an Unjust World
Weight Bias as a Social Justice Issue in an Unjust World Open
Weight bias is a widespread and persistent form of stigma. It negatively impacts individuals with large bodies across the lifespan and in multiple social contexts. The current research addresses two important gaps in weight bias literature…
View article: Examining Weight Bias among Practicing Canadian Family Physicians
Examining Weight Bias among Practicing Canadian Family Physicians Open
Objectives: The aim of this study was to examine the attitudes of practicing Canadian family physicians about individuals with obesity, their healthcare treatment, and perceptions of obesity treatment in the public healthcare system. Metho…
View article: Weight Bias: Twitter as a Tool for Opening Dialogue among Broad Audiences
Weight Bias: Twitter as a Tool for Opening Dialogue among Broad Audiences Open
Twitter is a tool for strengthening research knowledge mobilization to the general public. In this article, we highlight how Twitter can be used to open social dialogue about research related topics between users from multiple perspectives…
View article: Employing Polyethnography to Navigate Researcher Positionality on Weight Bias
Employing Polyethnography to Navigate Researcher Positionality on Weight Bias Open
Researchers often focus on the content of their research interests but, depending on the research approach, may pay less attention to the process of locating themselves in relation to the research topic. This paper outlines the dialogue be…
View article: Environmental Scan of Weight Bias Exposure in Primary Health Care Training Programs
Environmental Scan of Weight Bias Exposure in Primary Health Care Training Programs Open
Negative attitudes and beliefs about individuals with obesity (also known as weight bias) have negative consequences for physical and mental health for individuals with obesity and impact the quality of care provided by health professional…
View article: The Challenges Encountered During a Needs Assessment of International Student Partners: Considerations for Future Evaluations
The Challenges Encountered During a Needs Assessment of International Student Partners: Considerations for Future Evaluations Open
This article describes the challenges encountered during a needs assessment of partners of international students as well as how the research team addressed these challenges. The needs assessment was conducted at the request of the univers…
View article: Positioning of Weight Bias: Moving towards Social Justice
Positioning of Weight Bias: Moving towards Social Justice Open
Weight bias is a form of stigma with detrimental effects on the health and wellness of individuals with large bodies. Researchers from various disciplines have recognized weight bias as an important topic for public health and for professi…
View article: The Forgotten Half: Understanding the Unique Needs of International Student Partners
The Forgotten Half: Understanding the Unique Needs of International Student Partners Open
With the increasing enrollment of international students in North American universities, the need to support the adjustment of international students has also increased. One factor consistently identified as essential to successful student…