Implicações Psicológicas Relacionadas à Obesidade em Indivíduos na Fila para Cirurgia Bariátrica

Abstract

Obesity is a significant public health problem, with a growing impact in recent decades. Given the limitations of conventional weight loss methods, bariatric surgery has become an effective alternative for the treatment of severe obesity. This study aims to identify the presence of symptoms of binge eating and eating attitudes in obese individuals awaiting bariatric surgery. This is a quantitative study involving 21 adult women aged 18 to 56 (M=37.47; SD=9.52). In addition to a sociodemographic questionnaire, standardized instruments for screening binge eating and eating attitudes were used: the Binge Eating Scale and the Eating Attitudes Test, respectively, which were fully completed.The results showed that a significant portion of the sample presented evidence of dysfunctional eating behaviors and symptoms of binge eating, reinforcing the importance of psychological intervention before the procedure. Therefore, psychological assessment and follow-up are fundamental in the bariatric process, contributing to emotional preparedness, adherence to treatment, and maintenance of long-term results. The findings also highlight the need for public policies aimed at reducing waiting times and expanding access to quality multidisciplinary care.