Table 2.
Main characteristics of the four clusters defined by means of socio-demographic variables and BMI
| Cluster | Patients number (%) | Characteristics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demographics | Education and employment | ||
| 1 | 42 (19%) |
Young women and men Single Without children Born in Switzerland |
Employed and students Upper secondary education |
| 2 | 29 (13%) |
Middle-aged men Married With children Born in Switzerland and abroad |
Employed Upper secondary education |
| 3 | 79 (36%) |
Middle-aged women Married With children Born in Switzerland |
Employed Upper secondary education |
| 4 | 71 (32%) |
Middle-aged women Married and divorced With children Born abroad |
Unemployed Mandatory education |