Arch Dis Child. 2024 Apr 8:archdischild-2023-325894. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2023-325894. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
Obesity is a significant public health problem. Prevalence is rising in children and young people, with lifelong health impacts and implications for paediatric clinical practice. Obesity stigma is increasingly acknowledged as a problem within health services. Health professionals can inadvertently contribute to this stigma, which is harmful and in itself can promote weight gain. A complex web of factors contributes to obesity, and a simplistic approach exclusively focused on personal responsibility, diet and exercise is unhelpful. A more nuanced, sensitive and informed approach is needed, with careful use of language and non-judgemental partnership working.
PMID:38589199 | DOI:10.1136/archdischild-2023-325894
