| An estimated 67% of the United States population is currently overweight and is at risk for numerous impairments. These impairments affect the quality of life of an individual. Appetite suppressants have been utilized as an effective means for reducing weight. However, it is unclear the impact appetite suppressants have on the perception of quality of life. Adult females (N = 30) who resided in Southern California and made the decision to seek medical weight loss services participated. Participant quality of life was measured at baseline by the Quality of Life Index (QLI), and was then measured again after six weeks following use of appetite suppressants. Results suggest that use of appetite suppressants was associated with improvement in overall quality of life t(29) = 11.48, p <.05). |
