College Term Papers, Essays on Obesity

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Why Science Will Not Solve the Obesity Problem This 3 page paper examines reasons why people do not lose weight even though they follow a low calorie diet. Various issues are explored. It is argued that a psychological or spiritual change is necessary for permanent weight loss. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

38.	Childhood Obesity and Public Policy This 3 page paper looks at public policy and childhood obesity. The controversial practice of putting a child's BMI on the report card is discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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Media's Responsibility for the Obesity Epidemic This 3 page paper examinees the thesis submitted by a student that "food advertising has a negative influence on children and what they eat." Whether or not obesity and overeating is a moral issue is carefully examined. It is suggested that media should take some responsibility for the problem. Bibliography lists 1 source.

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Action Plan to Reduce Obesity in 12 - 18 Year Olds This 9 page paper is an action plan based on the objective to reduce the levels of obesity in children between the ages of 12 and 16 years in the London borough of Camden and Islington. The paper starts by outlining why obesity is a problem and needs attention and then a plan targeting diet and exercise is presented in a tabulated format. The bibliography cites 15 sources.

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Action Plan; Reducing Obesity in 18 - 25 Year Olds This 9 page paper is an action plan, outlining action and intervention that could be undertaken by a local authority in order to reduce obesity in the 18 - 25 year age group. The paper starts with an introduction and justification for the plan which is based on the London borough of Enfield. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

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Planning an Obesity Education Program for 16 - 18 Year Olds This 11 page paper looks at the problem of obesity, paying particular attention to the age group of 16 0 18 years. The aim of the paper is to develop an effective educational program aimed at reducing obesity in 16 - 18 year. Included in the paper is a discussion on the problem and current gaps in support and healthcare education dealing with obesity before looking at the use of an appropriate healthcare change model and the proposed inclusion in any education program. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

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Healthy People 2010/Obesity Objective A 3 page research paper that discusses the overweight/obesity objective 19-1 of the Health People 2010 goals. Today, nearly 55 percent of all adult Americans can be classified as overweight or obese and the incidence of overweight/obesity for children and adolescents is also climbing (FDA and NIH, 2008). The health consequences of this trend can be personally devastating, which is why this problem is one of the many issues addressed by the Healthy People 2010 objectives, in which objective number 19-1 is to: "Increase the proportion of adults who are at a healthy weight" (FDA and NIH, 2008). A healthy weight is "defined as having a body mass index (BMI) equal to or greater than 18.5 and less than 25" (FDA and NIH, 2008). To formulate a public policy that would achieve this goal involves addressing multiple issues. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

44.	What Schools Can Do to Stem the Obesity Epidemic A 10 page consideration of the childhood obesity problem confronting our nation. This paper delineates this problem statistically and suggests ways that it can be combated. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

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Eating Disorders / Treatment Alternatives Anorexia, bulimia and obesity are all considered by the general public as eating disorders. It would be more appropriate to designate them as 'weight disorders', as they are primarily concerned with and defined, at least in part, by the weight of the individual. Anorexia is loss of weight to the point of emaciation and, or starvation. The physical repercussions are the uppermost consideration in the treatment of Anorexia because of the nature of physical damage caused by the disorder. Bulimia is an obsession with the manipulation of factors concerned with weight gain. Obesity is when weight exceeds a certain percentage of the norm and causes health problems. This 10 page paper examines the components of these eating disorders and the treatments available. Bibliography lists 21 sources.

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Effects Of Childhood Neglect A 6 page paper that investigates childhood neglect and its effects throughout life. Statistics are provided regarding the incidence of neglect along with a common definition. Research studies are then discussed which reveal the severity of the short-term and long-term effects of childhood neglect which range from problems in school to obesity to lasting psychological difficulties. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Child And Adolescent Obesity This 11 page paper explores the issue of obesity in American youth, a condition that is increasing dramatically each year. Obesity poses numerous health risks for the youngster from the beginning of coronary artery disease to diabetes. Research offers a number of verified causes for obesity in children and adolescents that range from genetic factor to television to diet and a lack of activity. The writer reports the research, then makes an argument for one alleged cause as the most valid. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

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Childhood and Adolescent Obesity: A Growing National Concern A 12 page paper which examines the conditions of childhood and adolescent obesity in our country today. Present situations are discussed, as well as future plans and programs that have been implemented to cease this growing problem. Various alternatives are provided for addressing this problem. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

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The Beverly Hills Diet A twelve page paper which analyses The Beverly Hills Diet by Judy Mazel and considers how far it is based on sound nutritional theory, how well it addresses the problem of obesity in Western culture, and the importance of marketing strategy in relation to the book's success. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Obesity: Physiological, Psychological, Sociological and Economic Factors A 10 page overview of obesity and the factors which interplay to cause the condition and those which result from it. Defines obesity and provides statistics from the United States of the proportion of the populace who are considered to be one degree or another obese. Traces the physiological, psychological, sociological and economic correlates with the condition. Emphasizes that unfavorable environmental influences acting upon genetically predisposed individuals is the most logical explanation for obesity. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

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The Relational Model: Empathy and Therapeutic Counseling A 14 page overview of the many problems with identification, empathy, and understanding, which can infiltrate the therapeutic relationship as a result of cultural, racial, appearance, or lifestyle differences between client and therapist. Provides numerous examples as to how factors such as traditional beliefs, sexual preference, or even problems such as obesity can adversely affect the client/therapist relationship. Emphasizes the importance of overcoming these problems with a client-centered approach of understanding and empathy. Bibliography lists 17 sources.

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Article Critique: Television And Childhood Obesity 6 pages in length. The fundamental basis this article addresses is that children who spend too much time watching television and playing games are prone to obesity due to the sedentary nature of these activities. Utilizing Bandura's social cognitive theory and citing decreased passive activity in exchange for increased physical activity and improved dietary intake, Robinson provides significant and informative information for the health of today's younger generation. The article cites a randomized controlled school-based trial that includes two sociodemographically and scholastically equal public elementary schools where participants were examined with regard to their respective and collective television, videotape and video game habits. Findings indicate that sedentary children in the intervention group had statistically significant relative decreases in body mass index. No additional sources cited.

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Adult Obesity: Causes And Effects A 5 page paper. More than 60 percent of the American public is overweight or obese and more than 280,000 people die every year as a result of obesity. Obesity causes numerous physical, psychological and social problems. This paper discusses the causes of obesity and its effects on the obese adult. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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The Costs of Obesity A 5 page paper discussing the costs of obesity, not only in terms of dollar amounts but also in terms of psychological effects. The surgeon general recently announced that more than 60 percent of Americans are clinically obese. Obesity has long been linked with diabetes and heart disease as a risk factor, but now cancer has been added to the list as well. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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