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Attrition due to psychological variables. Note: All variables measured on a 7-point Likert Scale. All comparisons p < .05
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Objective: An estimated 30.8 to 63.4 percent of obese patients that enroll in bariatric surgery programs drop out before receiving surgery. The present study was designed to identify psychological barriers to surgery including surgical anxiety and the patients’ belief that they can lose weight on their own. Design and Methods: 123 patients were ran...
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