2. what is obesity
A condition where an individual has accumulated so
much body fat that it might have a negative effect on
their health. Obesity is classified as having a Body
Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater. And BMI is a tool
used to measure obesity.
5. Obesity and children
Obesity in children is a really serious problem. In the last two or three decades
the number of obese children have increased significantly and this is a sign that
there is something wrong. Among the age group of 5-12 years , the prevalence
of obesity in female was 11.0 and male was 7.8 . Among the age group of 13-
18 years, the prevalence of obesity in female was 12.1% and male was 13.8%
What causes obesity in childhood?
1-Lifestyle
2-dietary habits
3-genetic factors
4-the community
5-parent role (which is our topic)
9. Child obese can be caused by many reasons parents
should not always be blamed ,but in most cases
parents be blamed genetically also they are
responsible about the diet and lifestyle of their
children .
Some parents like getting attention from their child’s
size.
In some cases child needs a professional help that
parents can’t afford.
Parental failure over
child obesity is
“Neglect”
13. Psychological growth
Psychological growth is growth that increases
our capacity for external accomplishment
and inner fulfillment . It has many aspects
and dimensions.
14. Psychological growth aspects:
1-increase your energy
2-respond to challenges
3-raise your values
4-expand your awareness
5-be positive
6-organize
7-skills
8-silent will
15. Strategies for decreasing a
child’s risk for obesity
1-engourge healthy eating habits
2-make favorite dishes healthier
3-remove calorie rich temptations
4-help your kids understand the benefit of being physically
active
5-help kids stay active
6-reduce sedentary time
