The problems of impaired physical health and low self-esteem in the obese are well recognised. Obesity can be a confounding factor when rehabilitating young psychiatric inpatients to the community. ‘Wonderful Me!’ is the pilot for a multidisciplinary therapy package aimed at reducing weight while improving physical fitness and self-esteem.
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