Understanding Obesity: Science, Physiology, and Psychology
Explore obesity's complexities: physiology, psychology, and societal factors. Evidence-based insights for health professionals.
Explore obesity's complexities: physiology, psychology, and societal factors. Evidence-based insights for health professionals.
Dive into the multifaceted world of obesity with this comprehensive course led by Dr. John Menzies from the University of Edinburgh. This program offers an in-depth look at the facts and misconceptions surrounding obesity, exploring key physiological and psychological concepts related to appetite control and body weight regulation. You'll examine the biological and environmental factors that contribute to weight gain and the challenges of weight loss. The course combines scientific evidence with practical insights, encouraging you to reflect on your own knowledge and assumptions about obesity. Through a mix of videos, audio MOOCcasts, readings, and interactive citizen science projects, you'll gain a nuanced understanding of diet, appetite, and obesity. The curriculum covers topics such as the physiology of appetite, food addiction, stress-related eating, portion sizes, and economic approaches to obesity. By the end of the course, you'll have developed an evidence-informed perspective on obesity and strategies for addressing this complex health issue.
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What you'll learn
Understand the physiological mechanisms controlling appetite and body weight
Explore the psychological factors influencing eating behaviors and weight management
Analyze the concept of food addiction and its relevance to obesity
Examine the impact of stress and early-life experiences on eating habits
Investigate the role of portion sizes and food insecurity in obesity
Evaluate economic approaches to addressing obesity
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This course includes:
1.08 Hours PreRecorded video
4 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of obesity, combining scientific knowledge with practical insights. Participants will examine the physiological and psychological factors influencing appetite and body weight regulation. The curriculum covers key topics such as the brain's control of appetite, the concept of food addiction, stress-related eating, and the impact of portion sizes and food insecurity on eating behaviors. Through a mix of video lectures, audio MOOCcasts, readings, and interactive citizen science projects, learners will gain a nuanced understanding of the complexities surrounding obesity. The course encourages critical thinking about common assumptions and media portrayals of obesity, while providing evidence-based information on current research and understanding in the field. By the end of the course, participants will have developed an informed perspective on obesity and strategies for addressing this significant public health issue.
What we know, and how we know it.
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Physiology and Stress
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Psychology and Behaviour
Module 3 · 54 Minutes to complete
Consolidation and Discussion
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Expert in Neurobiology at The University of Edinburgh
Dr. John Menzies is a Lecturer in the Centre for Integrative Physiology at The University of Edinburgh, specializing in the neurobiology of appetite and reward. His research focuses on how brain systems related to appetite are influenced by factors such as food, obesity, and mood. With extensive experience in both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, Dr. Menzies is dedicated to innovative approaches to learning. He teaches the course Understanding Obesity, which explores the complexities of obesity from a physiological and psychological perspective, aiming to enhance students' understanding of this critical public health issue.
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