Finding out how to talk to a loved one about obesity can be a challenging endeavor. The prevalence of obesity in the American adult population, affecting nearly 42%, means that the likelihood of knowing someone grappling with this condition is significantly high. While it is probable that your loved...

Weight loss surgery is a significant stressor in your life and can lead to addictive behaviors after bariatric surgery. Many bariatric patients suffer, or have suffered, from psychological conditions such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, and difficulty handling the social stresses of being overwe...

Finding confidence after bariatric surgery isn’t hard in the first few months post-operatively. One of the many benefits of bariatric surgery is the confidence you will gain after losing weight. The first few months after surgery are euphoric—the weight is coming off, and you feel much healthier...