Childhood obesity treatment and prevention. Psychological perspectives of clinical approaches

Authors

  • Maria Catena Quattropani Department of Human and social sciences, University of Messina
  • Teresa Buccheri Department of Human and Social Sciences, University of Messina

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6092/2282-1619/2013.1.887

Keywords:

Childhood obesity, multidisciplinary approach, clinical psychology, prevention, treatment

Abstract

Objective: This work focuses on clinical psychologist’ presence within childhood obesity prevention programmes in several countries. Method: The Authors collected articles considering psychological, biological and social aspects linked to childhood obesity. Results: Studies reveal that childhood obesity prevention programmes are based on biological, medical and educational aspects; clinical psychologists up until now have been engaged almost exclusively in the treatment of obesity. Conclusions: There is a clear need to consider psychological aspects (emotional, cognitive and relational) related to the childhood obesity’s causes and involve psychologists in its prevention projects. Keywords: childhood obesity, overweight, multidisciplinary approach, clinical psychology, prevention, treatment

References

Booth, M.L., Chey, T., Wake, M., Norton, K., Hesketh, K., Dollman, J. & Robertson, I. (2003). Change in prevalence of overweight and obesity among young Australians, 1969-1997. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 77(1), 29-36

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Published

27-05-2013

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Clinical Psychology

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