Body Weight Perception and Other Factors Associated with Overweight and Obesity in U.S. Adolescents

Children, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12(2), P. 169 - 169

Published: Jan. 29, 2025

Background/Objectives: This study examines the factors associated with U.S. adolescents’ obesity and overweight status. Methods: Using a multivariable logistic regression, we analyzed data from 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS), comprising 17,232 students. Results: The odds of being obese or were significantly higher (p ≤ 0.05) for participants who perceived themselves as slightly (AOR, 13.31; 95% CI [11.83, 14.97]) very 39.29; [30.12, 51.25]) compared to those their weight about right. included aged 14 years 2.53) 13 younger; male students 1.63) female students; American Indian/Alaska Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander 2.11), Black African 2.63), Hispanic/Latino 1.54), multiple races 1.56), White also did not eat breakfast on all seven days week 1.21) report mental health status 2.07) reported mostly always good. Conclusions: These findings suggest schools are uniquely positioned implement strategies healthier behaviors designed implemented focus equity.

Language: Английский

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A longitudinal study of the association between the outcome of bariatric surgery and mental health indicators in Chinese patients: an examination of the interaction effect

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: Feb. 3, 2025

The prevalence of obesity currently represents a significant public health concern. Besides the physical burden, is also associated with mental issues. mutual relationship between issue and surgical outcome remains unclear, particularly in population ethnic Chinese patients. objective this Taiwanese study aims to evaluate changes before after surgery investigate association status. comprised patients who had undergone bariatric at least one year prior (with follow-up durations predominantly within two years). We collected compared pre- post-operative status (using Health Questionnaire, CHQ, Depressive TDQ) indicators establish their relationships. Furthermore, formal psychiatric diagnoses were confirmed by psychiatrists analyze differences groups without such diagnoses. A total 147 included study. Following surgery, notable improvements observed condition health. average body mass index (BMI) decreased 13.46 (SD 8.28), CHQ scores 1.52 2.76), TDQ 5.08 8.58). any disorder these was found be 34%. There no difference Percentage Total Weight Loss (%TWL) individuals or disorders. However, disorders higher surgery. In multiple linear regression models, TDQ-by-follow-up duration interaction predictive %TWL, both married level tertiary education identified as negatively factors. Patients underwent exhibited high disorders, but presence pre-operative did not significantly affect weight change Despite post-surgery, findings indicate that impact depression on effectiveness modulated time elapsed since emphasizing importance ongoing care for Not applicable.

Language: Английский

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Associations between 24-h movement behaviors and health-related quality of life(HRQoL) in preschool children: a cross-sectional study

Quality of Life Research, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 26, 2025

To investigate the association between preschool children's 24-h movement behaviors and health-related quality of life (HRQoL), exploring impact time reallocation among these examining gender differences. This study analysed HRQoL 349 children in three kindergartens Beijing, China, selected through convenience sampling using a cross-sectional design. A t-test multivariate analysis variance methods were used to The examined relationship component data isochronic substitution model methods, with an investigation into differences overall association. found negative correlation sedentary behavior (SB) score (γ = − 11.92, p < 0.05) entire sample, particularly affecting physical health 14.39, 0.01). Among boys, SB was negatively correlated total 15.83, 0.05), while sleep positively psychosocial scores 17.814, However, there no significant girls. When model, reallocating 30 min from increased by 0.865 points (95% CI 0.071, 1.658). In contrast, resulted decrease 0.850 1.638, 0.062) score. improve HRQoL, it is recommended reduce their increase time. Public policymakers should consider this when developing guidelines for preschoolers.

Language: Английский

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Subjectivity of Obese Female Adolescents in South Korea Regarding Ego-Types and Characteristics

Healthcare, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(5), P. 536 - 536

Published: Feb. 28, 2025

Background/Objectives: The current study aims to explore the subjective ego types and characteristics of obese female adolescents in South Korea, providing insights into their self-perception psychosocial challenges. Methods: Utilizing Q-methodology, a total 49 Q-statements were derived from comprehensive Q-population. From these, 20 diagnosed with obesity selected as P-Sample. Q-sorting was conducted, data collected analyzed using PQ Method software version 2.35, employing centroid factor analysis varimax rotation. Results: results revealed five distinct types, accounting for cumulative explanatory variance 63%. Type 1 (N = 5) characterized "obsession weight loss". 2 3) identified "overreacting peer gaze". 3 6) labeled "lack confidence daily life". 4 4) described "difficulty adapting school Finally, 5 2) "passivity physical activity". Furthermore, consensus statements among each type examined Q4 Q7. Conclusions: These findings provide adolescents, emphasizing need tailored psychological interventions improve self-image well-being.

Language: Английский

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Impact of nutritional quality on mental well-being in obese female: a systematic review

International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12(3), P. 1455 - 1461

Published: Feb. 28, 2025

This systematic literature review explores the bearing of nutrition quality on overall mental well-being obese female aged 15-29 years. Thus, increasing ubiquity obesity and its related health challenges, this study examines connection between dietary habits outcomes. review, inclusion criteria include Overweight/obese youth years with no prior diagnosed conditions exclusion includes Participants chronic physical illnesses, current medication for (MH), or those following specialized diets. The finding suggest that females 15-29, particularly in low- to middle-income regions, show poor nutritional similar industrialized nations, a high intake processed foods, sugary beverages, fast food. These choices, coupled notable deficiency essential nutrients (e.g., 78.8% vitamin D, 34.4% B12), contribute increased rates risks. Obesity these is also linked greater incidence MH issues, women being 16% 50% more likely experience depression, reinforcing cycle nutrition, obesity, disorders. So, concludes improving may be crucial intervention enhancing among females, underscoring importance integrated approaches address both along population.

Language: Английский

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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Pediatric and Adolescent Obesity

PEDIATRICS, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 4, 2025

Obesity remains highly prevalent among children in the United States and is associated with an ever-increasing burden of obesity-related diseases. Effective pediatric obesity prevention treatment will require both societal interventions health care system innovation. One recent advancement approval glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) for use adolescents. GLP-1RAs are notable their effectiveness weight management ability to ameliorate can be important part a comprehensive plan patients seeking care, we review clinician’s considerations effective use. We discuss history pharmacology development GLP-1RAs. indications common adverse reactions. highlight importance mental treatment, focus on disordered eating behaviors intersection pharmacologic obesity. Nutrition issue management, nutritional concerns during GLP-1RA therapy. Finally, inequities obesity, dangers perpetuating these if access biased, opportunities improvement.

Language: Английский

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Association Between Obesity-Related Health Factors and Patient-Reported Outcomes: Linking Patient-Reported Outcomes to PEDSnet Electronic Health Record Data

Childhood Obesity, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 22, 2025

Background: While studies have described poorer health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among youth with obesity, less is known about health factors contributing to this perception. The study aims were link patient-reported outcomes (PROs) data electronic record (EHR) describe the association between PROs and obesity-related factors. Methods: Youth parents receiving care from weight management programs at eight PEDSnet sites completed PROMIS® measures assessing global health, fatigue, stress, family relationships. EHR extracted, including demographics, anthropometrics, diagnoses, medications, visits for period encompassing 12 months prior after date survey. Linear regression analyses scores diagnosis comorbidities, medications utilization. Results: In total, 1249 (56% severe obesity) diverse backgrounds (60% public insurance, 24% non-Hispanic Black, Hispanic) included. many comorbidities use conditions associated worse fatigue stress scores. strongest associations that consistent across included number chronic having a neuropsychological diagnosis, body mass index percentile trajectory. Conclusions: This details issues experienced by obesity PROs, offering targets in treatment improve perception overall well-being.

Language: Английский

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Do mental wellbeing and emotional eating influence BMI similarly or differently? Evidence from a sample of Peruvian adolescents

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13

Published: April 24, 2025

Background The literature highlights that both mental wellbeing and emotional eating are closely related to BMI, but little is known about how these variables interact similarly or differently. Therefore, the aim of this study was determine predictive role on body mass index (BMI) in Peruvian adolescents. Methods This research used a non-experimental design. sample consisted 270 students aged 12–18 years from public educational institution province Tocache, Peru. selected through non-probability purposive sampling. employed Mental Health Inventory (R-MHI-5), Emotional Eating Scale (EES), BMI calculated using Quetelet’s formula. Results Correlations revealed negatively associated with ( r = −0.277, p &lt; 0.001, 95% CI [−0.384, −0.163]), whereas positively 0.274, [0.160, 0.381]). In multiple regression analysis, Model 2 emerged as most suitable (adjusted R 0.112, F 17.953, BIC 1,318), explaining 11.2% variance BMI. Standardized coefficients indicated had significant negative effect β −0.217, [−0.3353, −0.0997], 0.001), while positive 0.213, [0.0952, 0.3308], 0.001). Moreover, showed similar magnitudes. Conclusion findings confirm exert opposing yet sized influences These results underscore importance addressing equitably interventions aimed at improving adolescents’ nutritional status.

Language: Английский

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Inter-relationships of obesity-related eating behavior with depression and anxiety among adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: A network analysis

Appetite, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 192, P. 107120 - 107120

Published: Nov. 15, 2023

Language: Английский

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Socioeconomic and gender inequalities in childhood obesity in Spain

Anales de Pediatría (English Edition), Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 99(2), P. 111 - 121

Published: July 28, 2023

Childhood obesity is inversely associated with household socioeconomic status in high-income countries. Our aim was to explore the association between childhood weight and Spain relation family characteristics, perceptions lifestyle habits school environment.We performed a descriptive analysis of child according factors mediating variables based on data from ALADINO 2019 study sample 16,665 schoolchildren representative population aged 6-9 years Spain.The prevalence households low (26.8% boys; 20.4% girls) was, both sexes, twice as high those higher (12.1% 8.7% girls). Unhealthy eating habits, sedentary lifestyles (mainly presence screens bedroom (more prevalent boys) were more frequent school-aged children low-income households. On other hand, most disadvantaged households, history breastfeeding physical activity (especially less frequent. Similarly, schools attended by likely have their own kitchens indoor gymnasiums or offer sports activities.A lower poorer dietary certain characteristics environments that mediate inverse obesity. Girls physically active reported lifestyles, while boys had greater access screens. Interventions combat should address identified inequalities.

Language: Английский

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