Stigma, Obesity, and the Health of the Nation's Children

Volume: 133, Issue: 4, Pages: 557 - 580
Published: Jul 1, 2007
Abstract
Preventing childhood obesity has become a top priority in efforts to improve our nation’s public health. Although much research is needed to address this health crisis, it is important to approach childhood obesity with an understanding of the social stigma that obese youths face, which is pervasive and can have serious consequences for emotional and physical health. This report reviews existing research on weight stigma in children and...
Paper Details
Title
Stigma, Obesity, and the Health of the Nation's Children
Published Date
Jul 1, 2007
Volume
133
Issue
4
Pages
557 - 580
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