Obesity stigma: A newly recognized barrier to comprehensive and effective type 2 diabetes management

Volume: 22, Issue: 10, Pages: 527 - 533
Published: Sep 3, 2010
Abstract
The purpose of this article is to increase awareness regarding the social problem of obesity stigma and its effects on persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). In addition, practical strategies to dispel stigma and improve diabetes care that nurse practitioners (NPs) can integrate into practice will be introduced.Thorough review of the literature was conducted including MEDLINE, PsycINFO and CINAHL, spanning the years 1994-2008.Obesity and...
Paper Details
Title
Obesity stigma: A newly recognized barrier to comprehensive and effective type 2 diabetes management
Published Date
Sep 3, 2010
Volume
22
Issue
10
Pages
527 - 533
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