Beginning a Conversation on Obesity: The 4A Approach

Authors

  • Dr Sanjay Kalra Dept. of Endocrinology, Bharti Hospital, Karnal, Haryana, India; University Center for Research & Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
  • Dr Rosslyn Ngugi Hon Secretary, Kenya Diabetes Study Group, Nairobi, Kenya
  • Dr Tint Swe Latt President, Myanmar Diabetes Association, Myanmar

Keywords:

Barocrinology,, communication,, obesity,, person-centered care

Abstract

This communication shares a simple yet effective method of deciding
how to start a conversation on obesity. The aid to decision-making
ensures a person-friendly first conversation, which increases the
chances of engagement with the health care system, acceptance of
therapy and accomplishment of required outcomes. The alliterative 4A
model classifies persons with obesity according to their attitudes and
behavior as being “Affable” (happy), Apathic/frustrated, Antagonistic/
angry/aggressive, or Active/anxious.

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Published

2024-08-13

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024)

Section

BRIEF COMMUNICATION

How to Cite

Beginning a Conversation on Obesity: The 4A Approach. (2024). Asian Journal Of Obesity, 1(1), 37-38. https://ojs.ijcp.in/index.php/AJO/article/view/1081

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