Keywords

adolescence, BMI, body mass index, childhood, family dynamics, healthy eating patterns, lifestyle, nutrition, obesity, overweight

Authors

1. Bradwisch, Sarah A. PhD, RN
2. Smith, Erin Murphy MS, RN
3. Mooney, Catherine MSN, RN
4. Scaccia, Debra MSN, RN, CPN

Abstract

Abstract: Childhood obesity is an epidemic in the US. This article discusses the evolution, prevention, and associated physical and psychosocial consequences of and interventions for obesity in the pediatric population.