Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alena C Borgatti"
- Alena C Borgatti's recent research primarily investigates the intersection of obesity, weight management, and psychological factors, particularly focusing on racial differences in weight loss outcomes and the impact of external stressors like the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with obesity.
- One key study highlighted that Black participants generally experience less weight loss than White participants in behavioral interventions, partly attributed to higher rates of pretreatment weight gain. This finding underscores potential cultural or socio-economic influences on treatment efficacy.
- Additionally, Borgatti's work examines how the COVID-19 pandemic affected weight management behaviors and psychosocial distress among adults with obesity, revealing that social distancing and emotional eating were significant factors contributing to difficulties in maintaining healthy weight during this unprecedented time.
