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Social Determinants of Overweight and Obesity

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posted on 2023-05-22, 12:46 authored by Le, Q, Chiu, C, Au, BT
Though genetics plays a part in an individual’s obesity problem, environmental and social factors are the main causes of obesity. Insights gained from research on the links between these factors and the prevalence of obesity are very useful for developing intervention and treatment policies and programs. Two focuses emerged: childhood obesity and inequality in area-level socioeconomic status (SES). Prevalence of obesity is particularly high in low SES neighborhood, compared to high SES areas. Childhood obesity has a strong relationship with the decline in physical activities. Comprehensive strategies and concerted efforts involving individuals, parents, schools, communities, health professionals and various levels of governments are required to effectively manage the obesity epidemic.

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Publication title

Health and Well-Being: A Social and Cultural Perspective

Editors

Q Le

Pagination

103-116

ISBN

9781611226485

Department/School

School of Health Sciences

Publisher

Nova Science Publishers

Place of publication

New York

Extent

24

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Copyright 2011 Nova Science Publishers, Inc

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  • Restricted

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Health inequalities

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