BARIATRIC WELLNESS PSYCHOLOGY

Obesity and weight loss

Chronic, complex, and misunderstood

Obesity is a complex, chronic disease – much like diabetes or asthma – that affects both the body and the mind. It is a persistent condition shaped by a complex interplay of genetic, biological, and environmental factors.

At its core, obesity involves intricate physiological shifts. These changes alter how your brain processes energy signals, often dysregulating hunger and fullness cues. This internal metabolic defense makes weight management exceptionally challenging through lifestyle change alone. For many, integrating health-promoting behaviours with clinical treatments, such as bariatric surgery or obesity management medication*, is a necessary and brave step toward reclaiming long-term health.

*(e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro)