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Handbook of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity Issues in Clinical Child Psychology: Etiology, Assessment, and Treatment

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Obesity is a major public health concern, and children and adolescents are not immune to this epidemic. In fact, the prevalence of childhood and adolescent obesity has been steadily increasing over the past few decades.

Childhood and adolescent obesity can have a number of negative consequences, both physical and psychological. Obese children and adolescents are more likely to develop chronic health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. They are also more likely to experience mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.

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The Handbook of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity Issues in Clinical Child Psychology is a comprehensive guide to the etiology, assessment, and treatment of childhood and adolescent obesity. This handbook is written by a team of experts in the field, and it provides a wealth of information on this important topic.

Etiology of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity

The etiology of childhood and adolescent obesity is complex, and there are a number of factors that contribute to its development. These factors include:

Genetics
Environmental factors
Behavioral factors

Genetics play a role in the development of obesity, but they are not the only factor. Environmental factors, such as the availability of unhealthy food and the lack of opportunities for physical activity, can also contribute to obesity.

Behavioral factors, such as overeating and inactivity, are also major contributors to obesity. Children and adolescents who eat a lot of unhealthy food and who do not get enough physical activity are more likely to become obese.

Assessment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity

The assessment of childhood and adolescent obesity is important for determining the best course of treatment. The assessment should include a physical examination, a dietary history, and a physical activity assessment.

The physical examination should include a measurement of the child's or adolescent's height, weight, and body mass index (BMI). The dietary history should include information about the child's or adolescent's eating habits, including the types of food they eat, the amount of food they eat, and the frequency with which they eat.

The physical activity assessment should include information about the child's or adolescent's activity level, including the types of activities they participate in, the amount of time they spend in each activity, and the intensity of each activity.

Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity

The treatment of childhood and adolescent obesity is complex, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The best course of treatment will vary depending on the individual child or adolescent.

Treatment options for childhood and adolescent obesity include:

Lifestyle changes
Medication
Surgery

Lifestyle changes are the cornerstone of treatment for childhood and adolescent obesity. Lifestyle changes include making changes to the child's or adolescent's diet and physical activity habits.

Medication may be prescribed for children and adolescents who are obese and who have not been able to lose weight with lifestyle changes. Medication can help to suppress appetite or to increase metabolism.

Surgery may be an option for children and adolescents who are severely obese and who have not been able to lose weight with lifestyle changes or medication. Surgery can help to reduce the size of the stomach or to bypass the small intestine.

Childhood and adolescent obesity is a serious public health concern. The Handbook of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity Issues in Clinical Child Psychology is a comprehensive guide to the etiology, assessment, and treatment of childhood and adolescent obesity. This handbook is a valuable resource for practitioners who work with obese children and adolescents.

References

American Academy of Pediatrics. (2007). Prevention of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents. Pediatrics, 120(5),1175-1188.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2016). Childhood and adolescent obesity. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/childhood-adolescent-obesity.html
National Institutes of Health. (2016). Overweight and obesity. Retrieved from https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/obesity/conditioninfo/Pages/default.aspx

Handbook of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity (Issues in Clinical Child Psychology)

by Adolph Barr

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