The psychological journey of weight gain in psychosis.

Felicity WaiteAmy LangmanSophie MulhallMargaret GlogowskaJamie Hartmann-BoycePaul AveyardBelinda Lennoxnull nullThomas KabirDaniel Freeman

Published in: Psychology and psychotherapy (2022)

The journey of weight gain in patients with psychosis is characterised by loss of self-worth, agency and hope. There are multiple stages in the journey, each with different psychological reactions, that may need different treatment responses.

Keyphrases

weight gain
body mass index
birth weight
weight loss
sleep quality
physical activity
replacement therapy
smoking cessation