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Psychological issues and alcohol misuse following bariatric surgery

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Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment for severe obesity, but it can have unintended negative psychosocial consequences, including an increased risk of alcohol use disorder. A greater understanding of the psychosocial effects of bariatric surgery will probably improve treatment outcomes.

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C.A.H. and P.C. receive research funding from the American Beverage Association. C.A.H. has received speaker fees from the International Sweeteners Association.

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    Charlotte A. Hardman & Paul Christiansen

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Hardman, C.A., Christiansen, P. Psychological issues and alcohol misuse following bariatric surgery. Nat Rev Endocrinol 14, 377–378 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41574-018-0006-4

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