Childhood Obesity

Description:

This lesson discusses the causes of childhood obesity, as well as prevention and treatment methods. It also addresses health risks and emotional issues associated with obesity, and the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle.

Objectives:

RECALL the definition of childhood obesity.

IDENTIFY causes of childhood obesity.

IDENTIFY steps to prevent obesity.

IDENTIFY intervention techniques used to deter children from unhealthy habits.

IDENTIFY health risks associated with childhood obesity.

IDENTIFY short- and long-term effects of childhood obesity.

RECALL treatment methods for childhood obesity.