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== Obesity Overview == | == Obesity Overview == | ||
==== <u>The Problem</u> ==== | |||
* 16% of children in Scotland age 7-11 and 15% age 12-15 are at risk of obesity (REFERENCE). This means that about 150,000 children are currently at risk for obesity. | |||
* Children who live in deprived areas are less likely to be of a healthy weight (REFERENCE) | |||
* Younger children are more likely than older children to meet physical activity guidelines (REFERENCE) | |||
* Girls tend to have lower levels of activity than boys (REF) | |||
* Children tend to consume food and drinks high in fat and/or sugar more often than adults (REF) | |||
==== <u>It's not all bad...</u> ==== | |||
* 76% of children age 5-15 meet physical activity guidelines, which is an increase from 71% in 2008 (REF) | |||
* 70% of children are considered to be a healthy weight | |||
* Childhood obesity has declined from 17% to 14% since 2014 | |||
==== <u>But there are many potential consequences</u> ==== | |||
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== Managing Childhood Obesity as a Parent == | == Managing Childhood Obesity as a Parent == |
Revision as of 19:34, 1 March 2018
Original Editors - Alexander Dow, Andrea Civitarese, Lynne Turner, Alison O’Brien, Rachael Le Page, Courtney Ferguson
Top Contributors - Andrea Civitarese, Rachael Le Page, Lynne Turner, Kim Jackson, Lucinda hampton, Courtney Ferguson, Alison O' Brien, Alexander Dow and Rachael Lowe
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Aims[edit | edit source]
The goal of this page is to provide guidance and information for parents of overweight children, and to empower them to feel confident in managing childhood obesity.
Learning Outcomes[edit | edit source]
- Explore the impact and
- Discuss management strategies for childhood obesity
- Discuss the role of physiotherapists in managing childhood obesity in general
- Outline clear guidelines for physical activity
- Identify benefits of physical activity and risks of inactivity
- Identify resources and physical activity opportunities for overweight children and their families
Obesity Overview[edit | edit source]
The Problem[edit | edit source]
- 16% of children in Scotland age 7-11 and 15% age 12-15 are at risk of obesity (REFERENCE). This means that about 150,000 children are currently at risk for obesity.
- Children who live in deprived areas are less likely to be of a healthy weight (REFERENCE)
- Younger children are more likely than older children to meet physical activity guidelines (REFERENCE)
- Girls tend to have lower levels of activity than boys (REF)
- Children tend to consume food and drinks high in fat and/or sugar more often than adults (REF)
It's not all bad...[edit | edit source]
- 76% of children age 5-15 meet physical activity guidelines, which is an increase from 71% in 2008 (REF)
- 70% of children are considered to be a healthy weight
- Childhood obesity has declined from 17% to 14% since 2014
But there are many potential consequences[edit | edit source]
Managing Childhood Obesity as a Parent[edit | edit source]
The Role of the Physiotherapist in Managing Childhood Obesity[edit | edit source]
Physical Activity Guidelines[edit | edit source]
Benefits of Physical Activity for Your Child (...and risks of inactivity)[edit | edit source]
Barriers and Facilitators to Managing Childhood Obesity[edit | edit source]
Local Opportunities for Physical Activity in Edinburgh[edit | edit source]
Specific Exercise Options for Different Socio-Economic Groups[edit | edit source]
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Useful Links[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
see adding references tutorial.