A comparative study on perception of body weight of women from different socioeconomic levels

Akgöz, Ayşe Dağıstan; Gözüm, Sebahat; Ilgaz, Ayşegül

doi:10.1080/07399332.2017.1325487

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“…On the other hand, it was seen that a distorted perception in the way of underestimation was strikingly more common among adults classified as having normal BMI or being overweight or obese. Previous studies have similarly indicated that adults have distorted perceptions of their body weight 19,40–42. In another study that had been conducted in the same area, it was reported that individuals in lower socioeconomic groups, retirees, and women with high BMIs had more distorted perceptions about their actual BMI values 19.…”

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“…Previous studies have similarly indicated that adults have distorted perceptions of their body weight. 19,[40][41][42] In another study that had been conducted in the same area, it was reported that individuals in lower socioeconomic groups, retirees, and women with high BMIs had more distorted perceptions about their actual BMI values. 19 Our study findings indicate that distorted perceptions of BMI values will need to be improved if obesity is to be prevented in adults.…”

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“…Some patients had overly optimistic views of how their risk compared with their peers. In another study, it was demonstrated that individuals' awareness of risk factors such as obesity19 and physical inactivity20,21 was low, and that they perceived their risks to be either too low or too high. It has been asserted that gender, age, education, family history, region of residence, and the level of knowledge about CVD risk are factors that affect the perception of CVD risk 16,22,23…”

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Community-Dwelling Adults' Perceived Versus Actual Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Body Mass Index, and Physical Activity Levels and Related Factors

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Akgöz²

2023

Journal of Public Health Management and Practice

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Context: The difference between actual and perceived risk levels shows distorted risk perception. Unrealistic perceptions of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks and insufficient knowledge about CVD risk factors can not only hinder the adoption of a positive lifestyle change but also obstruct preventive efforts. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the concordance between perceived and actual risks, body mass index (BMI), and physical activity levels. Design: This descriptive study included 522 community-dwelling adults in 2 different regions of Antalya/Turkey. The actual CVD risk level of the participants was determined using the “HeartScore program,” actual body weight was determined according to BMI, and actual activity levels were found using the “International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ-SF).” The perceived risks were measured with the CVD Risk and Risk Factors Perception Determination Questionnaire. CVD Risk Factors Knowledge Level (CARRF-KL) Scale was used to calculate the participants' level of knowledge about the risk factors. Results: There was no concordance between the participants' actual and perceived CVD risks. A below-average agreement was found between the participants' actual and perceived BMI levels. In terms of actual measurements, it was seen that slightly obese individuals have a realistic perception. There was a weak agreement between the actual and perceived physical activity levels of the adults. Knowledge about the CVD risk factors of adults does not affect the perception of CVD risk and BMI and physical activity. Conclusions: Adults have an optimistic risk perception regarding CVD risk, BMI, and physical activity levels. It may be beneficial to periodically assess actual risks to change skewed perceptions of CVD and risk factors. These findings will inform the development of tailored intervention strategies and policies for these adults.

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Community-Dwelling Adults' Perceived Versus Actual Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Body Mass Index, and Physical Activity Levels and Related Factors

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Akgöz²

2023

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“…Accurate perception of body weight is influenced by a number of factors, many of which affect actual weight, including age, gender, family, societal values, ethnicity, education level and socio-economic status (SES) [4,[17][18][19][20][21]. Cognitive functioning, particularly executive functioning, has also been linked to excess weight [22][23][24][25] as well as to accurate perception of body weight [26].…”

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Cognitive insight is associated with perceived body weight in overweight and obese adults

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Background Accurate perception of body weight is necessary for individuals with a high body mass index (BMI) to initiate strategies to improve their health status. Furthermore, identifying factors that influence accurate body weight perception can assist in designing appropriate educational and weight management programs. We therefore aimed to investigate whether levels of cognitive functioning and insight influence the ability to correctly judge body weight. Methods One hundred and eighty four overweight and obese adults who participated in a cross- sectional case-control study and were controls in the aforementioned study were included. The study was conducted in Cape Town, South Africa. Demographic, weight-related, neuropsychiatric, neurocognitive and cognitive insight measures were administered. Regression analysis was conducted to determine the factors associated with correct weight perception. Results The final regression model explained 52.3% of variation in accurate perception of body weight and was significant (p ≤ 0. 001). The model correctly classified 79.3% of individuals who were able to correctly and incorrectly judge their weight. Adults with higher BMI, and lower self-certainty, those who reported that they had gained weight in the previous year and those who were told by a healthcare professional to lose or maintain a healthy weight were more likely to correctly judge their weight. Conclusion Some aspects of cognitive insight (self-certainty) but not cognitive functioning were associated with perception of body weight in this sample. Awareness of recent weight changes, higher BMI and advice from of health care professionals were also significantly associated with perception of body weight, while demographic variables were not. Understanding the factors that contribute to the correct perception of weight is important in identifying appropriate health interventions that may address the burden of associated non-communicable diseases in overweight and obese individuals.

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“…A few studies conducted in Turkey determined that adults underestimated their risks and risk factors of CVD. [14][15][16] The Omaha System is a classification system used in public health nursing interventions. When making interventions, the health care supervision-related diagnosis is considered within the scope of diagnoses related to health behaviors.…”

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Effects of the Omaha System- and HeartScore®-Based Impaired-Risk Perception Reduction Program on the Risk Perception of Individuals Aged 50–65 Years: A One-Group Pre-Test–Post-Test Study

Akgöz,

Gözüm

2024

Am J Health Promot

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Purpose This study evaluates the impact of interventions in the Omaha System and HeartScore®-based program to reduce impaired-risk perception. Design and setting: This study utilized a one-group pre-test–post-test design. Subjects The program was conducted among participants aged over 50 years from different social settings. Intervention The program had three parts: a briefing on HeartScore® recommendations, Omaha System interventions, and referral to a doctor. Measures HeartScore® determined cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, body mass index (BMI) was calculated from height and weight, and the International PA Questionnaire evaluated physical activity (PA) levels. Self-assessment was used to perceived CVD risk, BMI, and PA. Analysis We used the Wilcoxon signed-rank test to compare the pre-test and post-test scores of the Omaha System, the problem rating scale (PRS) subscales and McNemar test to measure changes in CVD risk perception, BMI, and PA level. Results 310 high-risk individuals out of 522 had impaired perception of their CVD risk. Only 201 responded to follow-up phone calls. Interventions based on HeartScore® and Omaha System improved CVD risk and PA perceptions ( P < .001) but not BMI. The program significantly increased knowledge, status, and behavior scores ( P < .001). After participating, 39% saw a cardiologist, and 57.2% saw a family physician within six months to reduce impaired risk perception. CVD risk perception increased to the actual level after the intervention, mostly in the group with low education level. Conclusions The program using the Omaha System and HeartScore® can help middle-aged individuals better understand their risk of cardiovascular disease.

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A comparative study on perception of body weight of women from different socioeconomic levels

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References 17 publications

Community-Dwelling Adults' Perceived Versus Actual Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Body Mass Index, and Physical Activity Levels and Related Factors

Community-Dwelling Adults' Perceived Versus Actual Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Body Mass Index, and Physical Activity Levels and Related Factors

Cognitive insight is associated with perceived body weight in overweight and obese adults

Effects of the Omaha System- and HeartScore®-Based Impaired-Risk Perception Reduction Program on the Risk Perception of Individuals Aged 50–65 Years: A One-Group Pre-Test–Post-Test Study

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