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Problem Solving Skill And Obesity In Children, Caitlin R. Spano
Problem Solving Skill And Obesity In Children, Caitlin R. Spano
The Eleanor Mann School of Nursing Undergraduate Honors Theses
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Introduction: Childhood obesity is a problem that leads to many serious health effects including early maturation, decreased quality of life and increased risk for cardiovascular disease. In 2012, over one third of children were considered obese (Childhood Obesity Facts 2015). Efforts have been made to reduce this number but they have not been fully successful (Nutrition Standards for School Meals 2015, Prevalence of Childhood obesity in the United States 2011-2012 2015). What other factors are causing kids to choose foods that lead to weight gain.
Literature Review: In research regarding psychological motivations of overeating, there has been a correlation …