Obesity Psychiatrists in Cambridge, MA

Wayne Brunell
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
I am a Board Certified, Harvard Medical School affiliated, Adult Psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge . I have had a subspecialty interest in treating OCD since the late 1980's. In addition to treating patients with OCD and related disorders, a large part of my practice is helping people who have depression, and anxiety problems such as panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. Most of my practice involves psychotherapy with empirically tested psychotherapies such as CBT and ACT, and medication management. Many like the idea of seeing one person for therapy and medication instead of two.
I am a Board Certified, Harvard Medical School affiliated, Adult Psychiatrist in private practice in Cambridge . I have had a subspecialty interest in treating OCD since the late 1980's. In addition to treating patients with OCD and related disorders, a large part of my practice is helping people who have depression, and anxiety problems such as panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. Most of my practice involves psychotherapy with empirically tested psychotherapies such as CBT and ACT, and medication management. Many like the idea of seeing one person for therapy and medication instead of two.
(617) 234-4405 View (617) 234-4405
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Mended Root LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
The ideal client might be someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may be seeking help with managing their symptoms, improving their mood and general outlook, and finding meaningful ways to cope with their issues. They likely want a compassionate and supportive environment where they can feel safe and understood. They may also be looking for individualized treatment tailored to their unique needs. Furthermore, they may have goals related to improving their daily functioning, building positive relationships, or pursuing personal growth.
The ideal client might be someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may be seeking help with managing their symptoms, improving their mood and general outlook, and finding meaningful ways to cope with their issues. They likely want a compassionate and supportive environment where they can feel safe and understood. They may also be looking for individualized treatment tailored to their unique needs. Furthermore, they may have goals related to improving their daily functioning, building positive relationships, or pursuing personal growth.
(781) 556-6258 View (781) 556-6258
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Ayelet Barkai
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
People are often unaware of, and frustrated by, the emotional and relational roadblocks that repeatedly thwart them. I work with you to clarify and understand these issues and their origins, to help you effect positive change. I believe that the self-understanding that catalyzes such change is best reached by cultivating a psychotherapeutic relationship in which compassionate, honest and constructive communication can occur. I strive to create an environment that encourages the development of empathic and reflective self-awareness, recognizes and fosters resilience, and promotes your optimal well-being.
People are often unaware of, and frustrated by, the emotional and relational roadblocks that repeatedly thwart them. I work with you to clarify and understand these issues and their origins, to help you effect positive change. I believe that the self-understanding that catalyzes such change is best reached by cultivating a psychotherapeutic relationship in which compassionate, honest and constructive communication can occur. I strive to create an environment that encourages the development of empathic and reflective self-awareness, recognizes and fosters resilience, and promotes your optimal well-being.
(617) 440-3237 View (617) 440-3237
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Nina Sreshta
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Accepting patients in Massachusetts, Maryland and California. I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that feels purposeful. Sometimes because of losses, traumas, predispositions to depression or anxiety, or the ways we were taught to think about ourselves, that purposeful life can seem like a distant possibility. I see patients primarily for talk therapy, and if needed, I prescribe medication. To request an intake, message me through Psychology Today or visit my website, www.ninasreshtamd.com. Currently, I am only seeing patients online.
Accepting patients in Massachusetts, Maryland and California. I believe that everyone is capable of living a life that feels purposeful. Sometimes because of losses, traumas, predispositions to depression or anxiety, or the ways we were taught to think about ourselves, that purposeful life can seem like a distant possibility. I see patients primarily for talk therapy, and if needed, I prescribe medication. To request an intake, message me through Psychology Today or visit my website, www.ninasreshtamd.com. Currently, I am only seeing patients online.
(857) 320-3128 View (857) 320-3128
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Malak Rafla
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139
Waitlist for new clients
Leading a fulfilling and happy life can be challenging and may even seem impossible at times. I believe that communicating and connecting via talk therapy is one path towards a happier and more meaningful life. My view is that therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight into one's relationships with one's self, others and society. I use a variety of approaches in my therapeutic work according to what works for each individual person. Together we'll focus on trying to understand the root causes of various problems and repetitive patterns of behavior that are difficult to change.
Leading a fulfilling and happy life can be challenging and may even seem impossible at times. I believe that communicating and connecting via talk therapy is one path towards a happier and more meaningful life. My view is that therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight into one's relationships with one's self, others and society. I use a variety of approaches in my therapeutic work according to what works for each individual person. Together we'll focus on trying to understand the root causes of various problems and repetitive patterns of behavior that are difficult to change.
(857) 259-5821 View (857) 259-5821
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Mulberry Tree Integrative Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP-B, FNP-BC, DC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02142  (Online Only)
A board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse with the primary role of assessing, diagnosing and treating the mental health needs of patients. PMHNPs prescribe medications and provide support for patients with mental health disorders. Our integrated approach addresses the underlying cause of disease using a patient-centered approach encompassing the whole person, rather than the traditional disease-centered approach of an isolated set of symptoms.
A board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse with the primary role of assessing, diagnosing and treating the mental health needs of patients. PMHNPs prescribe medications and provide support for patients with mental health disorders. Our integrated approach addresses the underlying cause of disease using a patient-centered approach encompassing the whole person, rather than the traditional disease-centered approach of an isolated set of symptoms.
(719) 824-2387 View (719) 824-2387
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Camella Granara
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new private clients in NY, MA, RI. NH clients are seen by me through Womenkind Counseling Center, Concord and I am credentialed with most NH insurers through Womenkind too. If you are on PsychologyToday.com, you are most likely going through some difficult stuff and life is not as you want it to be. I am sorry that you are struggling. But, I want you to know that with some good steps forward, solid guidance and support, things can get a whole let better. This can happen sooner than you think too! Self schedule a consultation on my website. Mention Psychology today and your consult is free!
Currently accepting new private clients in NY, MA, RI. NH clients are seen by me through Womenkind Counseling Center, Concord and I am credentialed with most NH insurers through Womenkind too. If you are on PsychologyToday.com, you are most likely going through some difficult stuff and life is not as you want it to be. I am sorry that you are struggling. But, I want you to know that with some good steps forward, solid guidance and support, things can get a whole let better. This can happen sooner than you think too! Self schedule a consultation on my website. Mention Psychology today and your consult is free!
(347) 808-3807 View (347) 808-3807
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Stephanie Weingard
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Stephanie L. Weingard graduated from Florida International University, achieving a post-masters certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient settings over the past 8 years. She is also a United States Air Force Reservist and works providing mental health care to both active duty and reserve members.
Stephanie L. Weingard graduated from Florida International University, achieving a post-masters certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient settings over the past 8 years. She is also a United States Air Force Reservist and works providing mental health care to both active duty and reserve members.
(904) 549-6746 View (904) 549-6746
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Susan Rako MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
If you need help to gain or regain a good enough balance and a way to find happiness in your life, I have decades of valuable experience. I am known as a "psychiatrist's psychiatrist," a true healer, and one who is gifted at working with "challenging" situations" -- both individual and couples. Therapy is my specialty, and I evaluate and prescribe medication only for patients I treat in therapy when it is truly indicated. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are more interested in developing their own capacities than in complaining about the inadequacy of what they find outside themselves in the world and in other people. I do not provide "medication management" if that is a primary reason for consultation. Author of : "That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist" (published by Random House) and "Semrad: The Heart of a Therapist" (see www.susanrako.com) My blog, "More Light" can also be found on my website.
(617) 964-4241 View (617) 964-4241
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Stephanie Weingard
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
Stephanie L. Weingard graduated from Florida International University, achieving a post-masters certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient settings over the past 8 years. She is also a United States Air Force Reservist and works providing mental health care to both active duty and reserve members.
Stephanie L. Weingard graduated from Florida International University, achieving a post-masters certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has worked in inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient settings over the past 8 years. She is also a United States Air Force Reservist and works providing mental health care to both active duty and reserve members.
(413) 269-8388 View (413) 269-8388

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Karen Abdool
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215
Welcome to Beryllium Psychiatric, your integrated, mental health treatment center. We use evidence-based, holistic interventions in addition to medication for people struggling with trauma, burnout, depression i(ncluding postpartum depression), anxiety and panic, ADHD, binge eating disorder, and obesity. At Beryllium, we understand that medication is not enough. Instead we offer you a multi-faceted, individualized treatment approach which includes therapy, exercise planning, health coaching, sleep optimization, and nutrition care in addition to medication. Call us today and take control of your mental healing!
Welcome to Beryllium Psychiatric, your integrated, mental health treatment center. We use evidence-based, holistic interventions in addition to medication for people struggling with trauma, burnout, depression i(ncluding postpartum depression), anxiety and panic, ADHD, binge eating disorder, and obesity. At Beryllium, we understand that medication is not enough. Instead we offer you a multi-faceted, individualized treatment approach which includes therapy, exercise planning, health coaching, sleep optimization, and nutrition care in addition to medication. Call us today and take control of your mental healing!
(781) 604-9066 View (781) 604-9066
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Dr. H. Ho
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, DABPN, DABOM, DABPM
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115
Do you know obesity, insomnia, cravings, addiction, and stress are highly correlated? Sustainable improvement needs a comprehensive approach.
I am a Johns-Hopkins trained, award-winning Harvard psychiatrist, affiliated with McLean and Mass General Brigham, quadruple board certified in Addiction Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Adult Psychiatry, and Child Psychiatry. Do you feel no one understands your unspeakable sorrow, helplessness, insecurity, or regret? You don't have to endure alone. I have helped a diverse group: abuse survivors, addiction recoverees, children with anxiety, elders with dementia, missionaries, LGBTQ individuals, physicians, attorneys, administrators, etc. I advocate for using the least amount of medications and non-medication approach whenever possible.
Do you know obesity, insomnia, cravings, addiction, and stress are highly correlated? Sustainable improvement needs a comprehensive approach.
I am a Johns-Hopkins trained, award-winning Harvard psychiatrist, affiliated with McLean and Mass General Brigham, quadruple board certified in Addiction Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Adult Psychiatry, and Child Psychiatry. Do you feel no one understands your unspeakable sorrow, helplessness, insecurity, or regret? You don't have to endure alone. I have helped a diverse group: abuse survivors, addiction recoverees, children with anxiety, elders with dementia, missionaries, LGBTQ individuals, physicians, attorneys, administrators, etc. I advocate for using the least amount of medications and non-medication approach whenever possible.
(781) 786-7351 View (781) 786-7351
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Dr. Tiffani L Bell Washington
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, FAPA, DipABOM, DipABLM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109  (Online Only)
Do you have concerns about weight gain from psychiatric medication? Are you a busy professional or parent balancing work, family, and well-being, while struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression? You’re not alone. I’m a quadruple board-certified integrative psychiatrist specializing in integrating traditional psychiatric care with holistic, lifestyle medicine, mindfulness, and nutritional support. I help women and children manage weight issues, body image concerns, anxiety, and depression. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan to restore your mental and physical health.
Do you have concerns about weight gain from psychiatric medication? Are you a busy professional or parent balancing work, family, and well-being, while struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression? You’re not alone. I’m a quadruple board-certified integrative psychiatrist specializing in integrating traditional psychiatric care with holistic, lifestyle medicine, mindfulness, and nutritional support. I help women and children manage weight issues, body image concerns, anxiety, and depression. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan to restore your mental and physical health.
(857) 832-3570 View (857) 832-3570
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Claudio O. Toppelberg
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02120
Dr. Toppelberg is an experienced, Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, usually working with ages 3-30. He evaluates and treats emotional/ behavioral difficulties including ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and selective mutism, and those preventing weight loss. He has focused on issues of performance at work, study and competitive sports. He regularly works with tour-level tennis players and other professional and student athletes. He is an expert in neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as learning and language disabilities. He runs psychiatric services at an excellent school for children/adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, the prestigious New England Center for Children.
Dr. Toppelberg is an experienced, Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, usually working with ages 3-30. He evaluates and treats emotional/ behavioral difficulties including ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and selective mutism, and those preventing weight loss. He has focused on issues of performance at work, study and competitive sports. He regularly works with tour-level tennis players and other professional and student athletes. He is an expert in neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as learning and language disabilities. He runs psychiatric services at an excellent school for children/adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, the prestigious New England Center for Children.
(617) 681-7184 View (617) 681-7184
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Comfort Sowale
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135
Meet Comfort, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a specialization in treating Substance Use Disorders. Holding dual certifications as a PMHNP and AGPCNP, Comfort is licensed with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and is passionate about providing integrated care for individuals with dual diagnoses.
Meet Comfort, a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a specialization in treating Substance Use Disorders. Holding dual certifications as a PMHNP and AGPCNP, Comfort is licensed with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and is passionate about providing integrated care for individuals with dual diagnoses.
(857) 578-4886 View (857) 578-4886
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John Donovan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108
You deserve a life where you wake up happy and go to bed at peace. I'm here to help you achieve that. I promise to listen and support you through whatever challenges you’re facing right now. I appreciate clients who are motivated and open to change. I know that taking the first step toward seeking help can be intimidating, but I'm here for you! Together, we will create a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy, or a combination of both. Whether you have a long history of mental health struggles or are reaching out for the first time, I am here to support and guide you.
You deserve a life where you wake up happy and go to bed at peace. I'm here to help you achieve that. I promise to listen and support you through whatever challenges you’re facing right now. I appreciate clients who are motivated and open to change. I know that taking the first step toward seeking help can be intimidating, but I'm here for you! Together, we will create a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy, or a combination of both. Whether you have a long history of mental health struggles or are reaching out for the first time, I am here to support and guide you.
(781) 562-4672 View (781) 562-4672
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Saleema John
Physician Assistant, MMS, PA-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
Insurance-Covered. Personalized. Compassionate. Medication Management. Trained by Harvard Medical School Faculty Member. I am a dedicated clinician with a passion for providing high-quality psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs to enhance your mental health. I understand that medication can play a crucial role in achieving balance and stability in life. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc., my focus is on delivering empathetic and individualized care. I embrace a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the importance of lifestyle, self-care, and therapeutic support.
Insurance-Covered. Personalized. Compassionate. Medication Management. Trained by Harvard Medical School Faculty Member. I am a dedicated clinician with a passion for providing high-quality psychiatric care tailored to your unique needs to enhance your mental health. I understand that medication can play a crucial role in achieving balance and stability in life. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, etc., my focus is on delivering empathetic and individualized care. I embrace a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the importance of lifestyle, self-care, and therapeutic support.
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Jessica Goulart
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215  (Online Only)
I am accepting new patients. I offer medication management in combination with cognitive behavioral therapy via telemedicine. I utilize traditional medicine with complementary and alternative medicine. As a dual board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, I care for the community by balancing the rational, emotional and spiritual health of each individual. By using a holistic approach I provide my patients with the tools to overcome psychiatric symptoms and stressors. I am described as genuine, compassionate, and empathetic.
I am accepting new patients. I offer medication management in combination with cognitive behavioral therapy via telemedicine. I utilize traditional medicine with complementary and alternative medicine. As a dual board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, I care for the community by balancing the rational, emotional and spiritual health of each individual. By using a holistic approach I provide my patients with the tools to overcome psychiatric symptoms and stressors. I am described as genuine, compassionate, and empathetic.
(339) 217-5074 View (339) 217-5074
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Jacine Yael Vilches
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, FNP-BC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
Ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma. etc looking for the best expert psychiatric care, motivated to improve their mental health but feel stuck and overwhelmed. High-achieving professionals or students who find their mental health challenges interfering with their lives. They want to regain a sense of control/balance through customized treatment plans, medication management, compassionate therapy, and holistic solutions. Empathetic support, enhancement of mental wellness, professional guidance, flexible scheduling all available.
Ideal client is an adult struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma. etc looking for the best expert psychiatric care, motivated to improve their mental health but feel stuck and overwhelmed. High-achieving professionals or students who find their mental health challenges interfering with their lives. They want to regain a sense of control/balance through customized treatment plans, medication management, compassionate therapy, and holistic solutions. Empathetic support, enhancement of mental wellness, professional guidance, flexible scheduling all available.
(617) 925-9508 View (617) 925-9508
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Joe Gallego
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110
Making the decision to pursue psychiatric treatment requires courage and motivation. As your psychiatrist, I honor your willingness to be vulnerable with me by being transparent with you throughout our work together. My clinical approach balances directness with empathy, shared expectation with flexibility, and professionalism with humor and warmth. I provide psychiatric evaluations, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and medication management to adolescents and adults. I am passionate about caring for LGBTQIA+ people, and I have been researching and teaching about queer issues in health care for the past ten years.
Making the decision to pursue psychiatric treatment requires courage and motivation. As your psychiatrist, I honor your willingness to be vulnerable with me by being transparent with you throughout our work together. My clinical approach balances directness with empathy, shared expectation with flexibility, and professionalism with humor and warmth. I provide psychiatric evaluations, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and medication management to adolescents and adults. I am passionate about caring for LGBTQIA+ people, and I have been researching and teaching about queer issues in health care for the past ten years.
(508) 374-9271 View (508) 374-9271

Obesity Psychiatrists

Can obesity be a cause of depression and anxiety?

Yes. It can be stressful and debilitating to carry excess weight. Many people make inaccurate assumptions about people who are overweight. This stigma may lead individuals to feel badly about themselves, decreasing their self-esteem, or leading to feelings of worthlessness. An association between obesity and depression is well-established.

When should an individual seek treatment for obesity?

When obesity, or the feelings it causes, creates a disruption in your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Examples include avoiding social situations due to anxiety, an inability to participate in family life as a result of health problems, or poor performance at work due to low self-esteem or other concerns.

Are there specific medications for weight loss?

There are several prescription drugs that can help with weight loss, including semaglutide and phentermine. These drugs reduce appetite and must be prescribed by a physician. Professionals will suggest lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, before turning to drugs, which have side effects and typically are prescribed only for a short duration. Many people regain weight after taking weight loss drugs if they have not made significant lifestyle changes.

What is body positivity?

Body positivity is a cultural movement that promotes the acceptance of bodies of all sizes and types, rather than those that conform to societal ideals of beauty. It places self-worth, self-acceptance, and an appreciation for one’s body as goals to achieve a happier, healthier attitude about oneself and others, focusing on who a person is rather than what they look like.