MPC Member Publications

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Title: First, Do No Harm: Understanding Primary Care Providers' Perception o Risks Associated with Discussing Weight with Pediatric Patients

Citation Type: Journal Article

Publication Year: 2021

Abstract: Many health care providers struggle with if- and how-to discuss weight with their pediatric patients. This study used one-on-one interviews with primary care providers (n=20) to better understand their: (1) perception of risks associated with talking about weight with pediatric patients, (2) commitment to adhering to best practices of pediatric weight management, and (3) approaches to mitigate perceived risks. Providers felt concerned that discussing weight with children during clinic visits may have unintended negative impacts. Despite perceived risks, providers continued regular BMI screening and weight-focused conversations, but took care with regard to language and approach with the goal of mitigating perceived risks. Findings suggest that pediatric primary care providers perceive that engaging in weight-related discussions with their patients has the potential to lead to negative, unintended consequences. Future research is needed to understand if weight-focused conversations should be avoided altogether or if there are approaches that can effectively mitigate risks.

Url: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/2333794X211040979

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Authors: Loth, Katie A.; Lebow, Jocelyn; Abrigo Uy, Marc James; Ngaw, Samantha M.; Neumark-Sztainer, Dianne; Berge, Jerica M.

Periodical (Full): Childhood Obesity and Nutrition

Issue: 1-9

Volume: 8

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