Behavioral Profile of Women with Obesity in a Continuing Care Group at a Primary Health Unit in Brasília/DF – Brazil
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i19.2545Keywords:
Obesity, Primary Health Care, Multiprofessional Intervention, Behavior Change, WomenAbstract
Objective: To describe the socioeconomic, clinical and behavioral profile of women with obesity participating in a continuous care group at primary health care and to analyze the effect of a multiprofessional intervention on anthropometric parameters and lifestyle habits. Methods: Longitudinal descriptive study with 27 women (body mass index ≥ 30 kg/m²) followed by a primary health care unit in the Federal District, Brazil. Sociodemographic information, health conditions, eating habits, physical activity, and anthropometric measurements were collected before and after participation in at least seven in-person meetings of the 'Viver Melhor' group, over a minimum period of three months. Descriptive statistics were applied and mean differences were compared. Results: Most participants were married (55.6 %) and had completed secondary education (40.7 %). Women were primarily responsible for household food purchases (70.97 %) and meal preparation (80 %). Although 70.3 % had previously attempted dieting, 96.3 % had never taken part in weight‑loss groups. Hypertension (36.4 %), diabetes (18.2 %) and dyslipidemia (15.9 %) were common comorbidities. Baseline mean weight was 88.63 kg (± 11.18) with a mean BMI of 34.92 kg/m² (± 3.23); after the intervention, mean weight decreased to 87.72 kg (± 12.93) and some participants shifted from obesity to overweight.All participants reported positive changes, including improved willingness to engage in physical activities and healthier food choices, such as reduced consumption of sugary drinks, increased intake of vegetables, and a decrease in the number of participants eating meals with some form of distraction.Conclusion: The multiprofessional group in primary health care fostered modest yet meaningful improvements in anthropometric indicators and encouraged lifestyle changes. Integrated health‑care actions grounded in theoretical frameworks such as the Transtheoretical Model and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy were effective in promoting autonomy and adherence among women with obesity, underlining the value of collective strategies within primary health care.
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