Some parents or teachers, in an effort to push overweight kids to lose weight, may resort to shame-based tactics; making them feel embarrassed or guilty for being overweight or having unhealthy eating habits.
"For 30 years, I have treated overweight people who feel terrible about themselves (no matter what their stellar achievements) because of their weight and who desperately struggle to slim down. The last thing they need is more shame about their bodies."
Instead, people - including children - who struggle with their weight need to retrain their minds and bodies to think and act differently around food. Read more at HeraldTribune.com.
Labels: embarrassment, self_esteem, shame