Psychological impact of obesity in children

Hussein, Rania Elsayed; Mohammed, Ragaa; Ahmed, Inass H

doi:10.4103/sjamf.sjamf_98_19

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“…The results from the LUAM intervention also showed positive effects on lowering anxiety and sleep disturbance scores in Latinx and Black youth after participation in the EG compared to the CG. Our findings are congruent with several studies that have shown mindfulness practices (e.g., meditation and breathing) as being helpful in reducing anxiety and sleep disturbances among children and adolescents [ 5 , 6 , 26 , 27 , 28 ]. In addition, the use of a mindfulness–exercise-based approach (e.g., yoga and spinning/kickboxing) supports research suggesting that such approaches are negatively associated with both anxiety [ 60 , 61 , 62 ] and sleep disturbances [ 37 , 38 ].…”

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“…The physical and psychological consequences of childhood obesity are well documented. Children and adolescents with obesity are more likely to engage in maladaptive eating practices such as emotional eating [ 2 ] and overeating [ 3 ]; engage in lower levels of physical activity [ 4 ]; report higher rates of both anxiety and depression [ 5 ]; and sleep disturbances [ 6 ] compared to their counterparts of normal weight. Because of the physical and psychological consequences of obesity and high obesity prevalence among children and adolescents, particularly youth of color, the development of effective interventions to prevent and treat obesity among youth is crucial.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Compared to their impact on emotional eating, the effects of mindfulness practices on reducing anxiety and sleep disturbances have been more extensively investigated [ 5 , 6 ]. For instance, Eberth and Sedlmeier [ 26 ] reviewed 49 studies involving different types of meditation practices.…”

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Lace Up and Mindfulness: A Randomized Controlled Trial Intervention to Reduce Emotional Eating, Anxiety, and Sleep Disturbances in Latinx and Black Youth

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This study assessed the effects of a 12-week afterschool mindfulness-based diet and exercise intervention on mental and physical health in Latinx and Black youth. One hundred forty-eight boys and girls (average age = 10.1 years, SD = 1.3 years; 52% girls; 72.3% Latinx) were randomized to either the experimental group (n = 80) or the control group (n = 68). The experimental group participants engaged in fitness yoga, kickboxing, and/or spinning sessions, and mindfulness practices (e.g., breathing, meditation, and mindful eating) twice per week for 12 weeks. The control group participants engaged in a recreational play session once per week for 12 weeks. All participants completed surveys (demographics, acculturation, anxiety, emotional eating, sleep, and food intake) and had their height, weight, and percent body fat measured pre- and post-intervention. Participants wore an accelerometer for 7 days pre- and post-intervention. Repeated measures analysis of covariance indicated that the experimental group participants reported lower scores in emotional eating, anxiety, and sleep latency post-intervention compared to the control group participants. Conversely, no significant differences were observed in physical activity between the experimental and control group participants post-intervention. These findings indicate that a mindfulness-based intervention has a positive effect on emotional eating, anxiety, and sleep latency among youth of color.

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“…There is clear evidence highlighting the co-directional relationship between psychological well-being and childhood obesity (44) . Children living with obesity are frequently exposed to psychological stress, such as stigmatisation, discrimination, teasing, bullying (45,46) and other forms of social marginalisation. These and other psychological stresses expose children to additional emotional and physical impacts, such as reduced quality of life, lower self-esteem, lower self-worth, depressive symptoms, body dissatisfaction, functional impairment (for example, less agility, limited ability to engage in activities) adverse social functioning, social withdrawal, difficulties in forming and maintaining peer relationships (47,48) , as well as difficulties communicating and lower academic achievement (49,50) , all of which may further affect their physical, psychosocial health, quality of life and well-being.…”

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Reframing interventions for optimal child nutrition and childhood obesity: the importance of considering psychological factors

Newson,

Abayomi

2024

Proc. Nutr. Soc.

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This review aims to emphasise the impact of poor nutrition on children’s health and psychological wellbeing, urging those involved in childhood obesity or nutrition services to broaden their intervention approach. Poor nutrition and childhood obesity affect physical and psychological health. The stress of living with obesity further impacts quality of life, wellbeing and self-esteem. Children living with obesity may experience adverse childhood events and stress, and young people are able to recall the impact of psychosocial issues such as experiencing stigma and discrimination. Food is often a coping mechanism for managing negative emotions, perpetuating cycles of emotional coping and unhealthy eating behaviours. UK guidelines recommend family-based, multi-component weight management interventions for children living with obesity. Interventions mainly target health behaviours and utilise behaviour change techniques attempting to directly improve diet and physical activity as behavioural outcomes. Whilst these interventions may show some improvements in psychological wellbeing, there is limited consideration or understanding of the underlying mechanisms of action which indirectly influence engagement and the sustainability of the behaviour change. Lack of attention and inclusion of psychosocial variables in intervention implementation may help explain the variable effectiveness reported across childhood obesity interventions. In conclusion, enhancing the effectiveness of childhood obesity interventions requires a broader approach that fully incorporates psychosocial factors. Those responsible for commissioning, designing and implementing these interventions should adopt a holistic approach that addresses psychological and emotional needs while incorporating underlying mechanisms of action. This shift in focus could result in more sustainable and comprehensive treatment for childhood obesity.

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“…Short-term effects include respiratory disorders such as sleep apnea and asthma, while long-term effects are hypertension, heart disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and orthopedic problems 6,7 . In addition to health effects, childhood obesity also has a high risk of experiencing psychological disorders such as depression, low selfconfidence, and the risk of being a victim of bullying 8 . Obese children under five have a high chance of remaining obese in adulthood 9 .…”

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Gambaran Pola Asuh Orang Tua dan Perilaku Makan Balita Obesitas di Kabupaten Kebumen

Karomah,

Suparno,

Imani

2024

AMNT

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Latar Belakang: Menurut data SSGI tahun 2022, prevalensi gizi lebih pada balita di Indonesia yaitu 3,5%, di Jawa Tengah 3,2% sedangkan di Kabupaten Kebumen sebesar 3,3%. Balita gizi lebih memiliki resiko mengalami gangguan perkembangan motorik kasar sebesar 12 kali lebih besar dibandingkan dengan balita status gizi normal. Saat ini, masih sedikit program kesehatan yang fokus terhadap pengentasan obesitas pada balita. Tujuan: Mengetahui gambaran pola asuh pemberian makan dan perilaku makan balita obesitas sehingga dapat dijadikan referensi pembuatan program pencegahan balita obesitas di Kabupaten Kebumen. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan wawancara mendalam. Informan berjumlah sepuluh orang terdiri dari informan utama yaitu orang tua balita obesitas dan informan kunci yaitu ahli gizi dan bidan Puskesmas. Hasil: Sebagian besar orang tua balita obesitas tidak berusaha dengan keras untuk menyuruh anaknya makan, jarang menjanjikan sesuatu agar anak bersedia makan, serta sering memperbolehkan anak memilih makanan yang disukainya. Orang tua memberikan kesempatan balita untuk menambah porsi makan serta memperbolehkan mengambil makanannya sendiri. Sebagain besar perilaku makan balita obesitas yaitu frekuensi makan utama 2 sampai 3 kali per hari, frekuensi minum susu formula lebih dari 8 botol per hari, sering mengonsumsi makanan selingan tinggi kalori dan gula. Pada balita dibawah satu tahun, terdapat riwayat selalu diberikan MP ASI pabrikan mulai usia 6 bulan. Kesimpulan: Program edukasi pencegahan balita obesitas berbasis pola asuh parental demandingness dan responsiveness serta pola makan yang tepat sangat diperlukan untuk mengurangi angka gizi lebih pada balita di Kabupaten Kebumen.

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Psychological impact of obesity in children

Cited by 7 publications

References 13 publications

Lace Up and Mindfulness: A Randomized Controlled Trial Intervention to Reduce Emotional Eating, Anxiety, and Sleep Disturbances in Latinx and Black Youth

Lace Up and Mindfulness: A Randomized Controlled Trial Intervention to Reduce Emotional Eating, Anxiety, and Sleep Disturbances in Latinx and Black Youth

Reframing interventions for optimal child nutrition and childhood obesity: the importance of considering psychological factors

Gambaran Pola Asuh Orang Tua dan Perilaku Makan Balita Obesitas di Kabupaten Kebumen

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