Ana Mora Psychology Major CSU-Monterey Bay Childhood obesity: awareness & support for mental and physical stability in children nancy kotowski, Monterey county office of education Ana Mora Psychology Major CSU-Monterey Bay

The issue Center for Diseases Control & Prevention (CDC)-17 % (12.5 million) of children and adolescents ages 2-19 are obese Brings a range of health problems and social problems. Negatively affect the child’s life.

Factor contributors Inactive Lifestyle Poor diet Advertising Heredity Lack of Education Income

Social implications Difficult time at school Ashamed of their body Higher probability of depression Depression may lead to suicidal thoughts Targets of teasing & bullying Social Isolation

Awareness & support Health Corps Educate & Promote: self-esteem Fight obesity & mental resilience crisis through education, community outreach & advocacy Educate & Promote: self-esteem enhance decision-making & communication skills healthy relationships set long-term goals provide 1 on 1 counseling

Call to action! Community Schools Parents Educate & Inform Raise Awareness Community Outreach

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