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Table 2 Motivations for weight loss in adolescents with overweight and obesity

From: Motivations for weight loss in adolescents with overweight and obesity: a systematic review

Author

Instrument for assessing the motivation for weight loss

Motivations for weight loss

Jensen et al. [19]

Questionnaire with open questions

Appearance, desire for better health, doing things to enjoy, major life transition, peer acceptance, self-motivation and self-worth

Taylor et al. [20]

Interview with open questions

Celebration symbolizing a girl’s transition to womanhood at her 15th birthday, improved health, avoidance of teasing and bullying, inability to fit into “normal” or stylish clothing, and limitations on movement, physical activity, and exercise

In-iv et al. [21]

Questionnaire with open questions

Cosmetic purposes, medical reasons, and attractiveness to the opposite sex

Morinder et al. [22]

Interview with open questions

Feeling good and accepting oneself, being healthy and in good physical shape, having more self-esteem, and not worrying about hospital visits and future diseases

Reece et al. [23]

Interview with open questions

Avoidance of bullying and a desire to integrate socially with peers

Lofrano-Prado et al. [24]

Interview with open questions

To become healthy, fit in clothes, personal appearance, bullying, self-esteem, physical fitness, and quality of life