Weight underestimation and body size dissatisfaction among black African adults with obesity: Implications for health promotion
Background: Body image perception has an impact on modifiable cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, lifestyle and psychological health in many populations. Aim: To assess weight discordance (underestimating own weight) and body size dissatisfaction (perceiving body size as either 'too small'...
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Main Authors: | Kufre J. Okop (Author), Naomi Levitt (Author), Thandi Puoane (Author) |
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