Factors Affecting Abnormal Eating Behaviors among Adults in Obesity Clinic
10.12934/jkpmhn.2022.31.1.70
- Author:
Ji-Hye JEONG
1
;
Hye-Young JANG
Author Information
1. Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Gumi University, Gumi, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Article
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
2022;31(1):70-79
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
Purpose:This study aimed to identify the factors influencing abnormal eating behavior among adults who visit obesity clinics.
Methods:Questionnaires were used to collect data from 234 adults who visit obesity clinics at K University Hospital. The questions included eating attitude, alexithymia, and depression. Data were analyzed using t-test, ANOVA, Scheffétest, Pearson’s correlation coefficient, and multiple regression analysis.
Results:Abnormal eating behaviors were significantly associated with alexithymia, depression, and body mass index. The predictors of abnormal eating behaviors were depression, body mass index, difficulty identifying feelings, perceived economic status, body image perception, and gender, which explained 28% (Adj. R2=.28) of the abnormal eating behaviors.
Conclusion:The findings revealed a need for educational programs that can contribute to desirable eating behaviors and strategies for healthy weight control. In addition, a support program should be availed to help them recognize and properly express their feelings along with prevention and management of depression.
