Psychological aspects of childhood obesity
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Psychological aspects of childhood obesity
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Childhood obesity is defined as a body mass index (BMI) at or above the 96th percentile for children of the same age and sex. It can cause a variety of health problems, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, diabetes, breathing problems, sleeping problems, and joint problems later in life. Children who are obese are at a greater risk for social and psychological problems as well, such as peer victimization, increased levels of aggression, and low self-esteem. Many enviro
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Overview of the psychological aspects of childhood obesity
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_aspects_of_childhood_obesity
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2013-11-13T07:00:02Z
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2024-08-28T06:40:43Z
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