Prejudice against people with obesity, known as Gordophobia, has been a growing problem on society, with significant impacts on the mental and physical health of affected individuals.
In an interview with CNNthe specialized psychologist Andrea Levy addressed the theme, highlighting the approach of the professionals involved.
According to Andrea Levy, prejudice manifested by health professionals is the most harmful to. “In my opinion, the prejudice and fatophobia of health professionals is the most harmful prejudice they have,” said the expert.
The psychologist explained that when a person with obesity is mistreated by health professionals, there may be serious consequences. “They are non -expert professionals who mistreat people pulling to the willpower,” Levy said.
This type of approach, which puts “lack of will” as a factor of the disease, can lead to, which avoids medical, psychological and nutritional consultations, thus compromising its treatment and general well-being.
“The person, of course, isolates himself, does not want to go back to the doctor, does not want to return to the psychologist, the nutritionist, because she was mistreated,” warned the expert.
The persistence of prejudice in society
Andrea Levy also commented on the persistence of prejudice in society in general, despite the advances in the discussion of the subject. She noted that public figures who manifest themselves about their treatments for obesity often.
“The famous people who expose themselves, who say they will have treatment for obesity, drug treatment, clinical, they are extremely massacred,” said the psychologist.
This negative reaction often manifests itself in comments that question the individual’s willpower or criticize the choice of treatment as an “easy way.”
The expert also emphasized that this attitude is part of Gordophobia and contributes to the stigma faced by people with obesity.
