A group program for obese, infertile women: weight loss and improved psychological health
- 1 January 1996
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Vol. 17 (2), 125-128
- https://doi.org/10.3109/01674829609025672
Abstract
We report on a group program for obese infertile women. Sixty-fur women completed the 24-week program, which included exercise, information about healthy eating and group discussion sessions. Their mean initial weight was 101.9 ± 18.14 kg. The mean weight loss on completion of the program was 5.2 ± 5.11kg (p < 0.0001). There was significant improvement on ratings of self-esteem and depression. Changes to life-style and health which are known to improve fertility may be a useful precursor to invasive, high technology infertility treatment procedures.Keywords
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