Bariatric Surgery
In recent years, our country has experienced a dramatic rise in the incident of obesity. In turn, many of those with severe weight issues have elected to undergo surgery to rectify the problem. Eating Disorder Hope does not maintain an opinion on bariatric surgery. This information is provided for our website visitors to review and arrive at their own conclusions. However, we do strongly encourage those considering bariatric procedures to investigate the risks and consequences of this surgery fully and to make a decision based upon the best outcome for their physical health.
Articles
- by Sharon K. Farber, PhD: Weight Loss Surgery: A Magic Bullet? A Realistic Look At The Medical And Psychological Risks, 2003
- Allison, K. C., Grilo, C. M., Masheb, R. M., & Stunkard, A. J. Binge eating disorder and night eating syndrome: A comparative study of disordered eating. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, in press.
- Allison, K.C. & Stunkard, A.J. Obesity and Eating Disorders. Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 2005; 28: 55-67.
- Finding Your Sweet Spot: Carol Signore, MAT, MS, LMFT
Resources Pro & Con Bariatric Surgery
- American Society for Bariatric Surgery
- American College of Nutrition
- American Obesity Association
- American Society for Clinical Nutrition
- International College of Surgeons
- International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO)
- National Institutes of Health
- NHLBI, Obesity Guidelines
- North American Association for the Study of Obesity
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- Shape Up America
- Statistics Related to Obesity
- Obesity Action Coalition
- University of Pennsylvania Health
- WINS - We Insist on Natural Shapes
Connect With Others Considering or Have Experienced Bariatric Surgery: www.ObesityHelp.com