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Eating Self‐Regulation in Overweight and Obese Adults: A Concept Analysis
Author(s) -
Reed Jill R.,
Yates Bernice C.,
Houfek Julia,
Pullen Carol H.,
Briner Wayne,
Schmid Kendra K.
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
nursing forum
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.618
H-Index - 36
eISSN - 1744-6198
pISSN - 0029-6473
DOI - 10.1111/nuf.12125
Subject(s) - overweight , psychology , moderation , disinhibition , developmental psychology , mindfulness , body mass index , delay of gratification , obesity , eating behavior , emotional eating , clinical psychology , social psychology , medicine , psychotherapist , pathology
Background Poor eating behaviors greatly influence the development of becoming overweight or obese. Learning to better self‐regulate eating is one area in which individuals can positively influence their own health. Purpose The purpose of this concept analysis is to provide an in‐depth analysis of the concept eating self‐regulation as it pertains to overweight and obese adults using W alker and A vant's method. Results The definition for eating self‐regulation formulated as a result of this concept analysis and based on the critical attributes is the ability to initiate goal‐related behaviors, to consistently self‐monitor dietary intake, to regularly apply willpower to resist temptations, to self‐evaluate where one stands in relationship to goal attainment, and finally to maintain motivation to positively change eating behaviors. Cognitive restraint, moderation, mindfulness, disinhibition, delayed gratification, emotions and moods, self‐efficacy, social support, the environment, and physical activity are the antecedents that may influence eating self‐regulation. Conclusion Examining an individual's weight, body mass index, lipid levels, or blood pressure are some ways to determine if self‐regulation of eating behavior is achieved. With a consistent definition of self‐regulation and a better understanding of the critical factors that influence eating behaviors, research can better explore how to help individuals change their eating behaviors more effectively.