From Weight Bias Internalization to Health-Related Quality of Life: Self-esteem and Psychopathology in Pre-bariatric Surgery Patients

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Obesity is a global epidemic, and bariatric surgery is an accepted treatment, with health-related quality of life (HRQoL) being a critical concern for patients.
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Weight bias internalization (WBI) negatively impacts both physical and psychological health, contributing to poorer HRQoL among individuals with obesity.
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Self-esteem and negative psychological states may mediate the relationship between WBI and HRQoL in patients seeking bariatric surgery.
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Anxiety and depression are prevalent in individuals with obesity, yet the effects of these conditions on WBI and HRQoL require further investigation.
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The study aims to explore the psychological mechanisms linking WBI to HRQoL in pre-bariatric surgery patients, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.

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