Book Description Discrimination based on body shape and size remains commonplace in today's society This important volume explores the nature, causes, and consequences of weight bias and presents a range of approaches to combat it Leading psychologists, health professionals, attorneys, and advocates cover such critical topics as the barriers овйму facing obese adults and children in health care, work, and school settings; how to conceptualize and measure weight-related stigmatization; theories on how stigma develops; the impact on self-esteem and health, quite apart from the physiological effects of obesity; and strategies for reducing prejudice and bringing about systemic change.  Yaverba2005 г 320 стр ISBN 1593851995.