Learning Objectives:

1. Define Overweight and Obesity and the impact excess weight has on overall health and functioning

2. Describe the complexity of losing weight and benefits of individualized approaches to treatment

3. Describe evidence-based approaches for weight loss

4. List 5 simple messages to focus on when speaking with patients about losing excess weight

Author: Amber Hewitt PsyD

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