Does perception equal reality? Weight misperception in relation to weight-related attitudes and behaviors among overweight and obese US adults

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Weight misperception might preclude the adoption of healthful weight-related attitudes and behaviors among overweight and obese individuals, yet limited research exists in this area. We examined associations between weight mispercept...

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Main Authors: Ding Eric L, Scharoun-Lee Melissa, Wolin Kathleen Y, Duncan Dustin T, Warner Erica T, Bennett Gary G
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-03-01
Series:International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
Online Access:http://www.ijbnpa.org/content/8/1/20