Attitudes and Self-Stigma of overweight teachers concerning obesity in Nueva Ecija
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One of the problems of the Philippines in terms of health is the growing rate of obesity. This paper used a descriptive survey method. A total of 67 educators that are categorized overweight, pre-obese and obese from private and public schools were surveyed around Nueva Ecija. The researcher distributed survey questionnaires and analyzed it through statistical data treatment such as mean and weighted mean. From the tabulated results, the researcher concluded that the respondents to a considerable degree were affected by the factors of obesity-related quality of life. Thus, most of the physiological health and work-related factors affected the respondents occasionally. It is recommended to consult a nutritionist as most of the respondents were almost always afraid of possible complications due to weight problems. In likelihood, the respondents assess the factors of weight self-stigma as usually true. Thus, the researcher recommends to raise self-control in overeating that causes weight problems
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