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Table 2 Sample questions used for the relationships depicted in Figure 8

From: Creating groups with similar expected behavioural response in randomized controlled trials: a fuzzy cognitive map approach

Relationship

Statements in the online survey (from “never” to “always”)

Sad →+ Unhealthy eating

When I’m sad, I eat more than I should.

Body shape →+ Stress

I feel stressed because of my body shape.

Pain →- Exercise

When I’m in pain, I avoid exercise.

Exercise →+ Pain

Exercise is painful.

Weight discrimination →+ Stress

Other people’s negative comments or attitudes about my weight make me stressed.

Medications →+ Hunger

I take medications that make me feel hungry.

  1. The full survey can be accessed at: websurvey.sfu.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WebSurvey.woa/wa/survey?142092729.