America has been built on the idea that thin is attractive and capable, while fat is ugly and lazy. Morbid obesity is a growing problem in the United States. News channels have done stories about the nation's problem with weight and diet fads abound.
Whether it is South Beach, Atkins, bypass surgery, or weight watchers, the message is clear. If one wants to improve one's life, lose the fat. Morbid obesity is a serious health problem. The complications from the condition can not be denied. People who are morbidly obese not only suffer from the health consequences of their size, but often suffer from self-esteem issues because of what they believe society thinks about them based on their size.
This paper will explore a research proposal that will address the issue of societal attitude toward the morbidly obese. It will explore whether morbidly obese participants have felt discriminated against and if they felt they were viewed as lazy or unproductive. It will try and locate evidence of such discrimination through the research instrument and it will use a literature review to set the foundation for the study.
FLOW OF INFORMATION
Abstract
Statement of the Problem
Literature Review
Methodology
Conclusion
Statement of the Problem
The morbidly obese have struggled for years with health issues. Recently it has been alleged that they are also being discriminated against in the workforce. It has been alleged that the morbidly obese are treated differently than the non-obese because the morbidly obese are thought to be lazy and a financial risk due to their size.
Health insurance, sick days and other financial risks may cause employers not to hire the morbidly obese. Beliefs about this population outside of health issues may also prevent the hiring and advancement of the morbidly obese. It is important to study whether or not the morbidly obese are actually being discriminated against so that future decisions can be made about disability payments, discrimination laws and other important areas.
Literature Review
America promotes thinness. It is on television, in magazines and evidenced by the number of fitness centers and diet companies throughout the nation. Those who are morbidly obese are viewed as lazy, with no self-control. Research concludes that there are legal, psychological and employment issues that surround the morbidly obese.
A substantial body of research suggests that bias...
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