More than four in ten overweight Britons are frustrated because of their size – poll

A public opinion survey showed that more than 4 out of every 10 overweight people in the UK are depressed because of their overweight body size-a sign that “the mental health crisis is getting worse.”

In a survey of 2,000 people with a BMI of over 25, National Health Service With partner Oviva, 45% said they were frustrated because of their weight, and 25% said they stayed at home as much as possible because of their size.

About 20% of the respondents also stated that they are worried about social activities because their weight increases their risk of serious illness due to the coronavirus.

46% said they avoided appointments with doctors they needed in the past 12 months because they were concerned about the NHS being under pressure during the pandemic.

Dr. Mark Jenkins, Oviva’s UK managing director, described obesity-related depression in the UK as an “increasing mental health crisis”.

He said: “The numbers have come up. It is heard that people who are overweight or obese cannot exercise, feel depressed, stay at home… This is a growing mental health crisis, which is shocking. We need to catch up.

“This is very good news, government Money is being spent to build hospitals and recruit nurses.

“We hope to double the funding for weight management services and use the additional funds for smart digital healthcare.”

Dr. Jenkins describes smart digital healthcare as a service, for example, through mobile apps like Oviva, where healthcare professionals provide tailored guidance and psychological support.

He said that the use of healthcare technology will help reduce waiting lists and make it easier for people with limited mobility to get treatment.