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Intervention study on obese school-aged children.

A Bächlin1, G Ritzel

  • 1School Health Service of the City of Basel, Switzerland.

Bibliotheca Nutritio Et Dieta
|January 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

This study highlights obesity as a behavioral issue requiring family-centered therapy. A year-long program addresses eating habits, promoting slower eating and communal meals to break the cycle of unhealthy behaviors.

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Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Science
  • Pediatric Health
  • Family Medicine

Background:

  • Obesity is recognized as a behavioral disease influenced by eating and drinking habits.
  • Childhood obesity necessitates a family-centered approach due to the social nature of eating.
  • Overweight individuals often develop a cycle of emotional eating and social isolation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a comprehensive 1-year therapeutic program for childhood obesity.
  • To investigate the effectiveness of family involvement in treating pediatric obesity.
  • To establish strategies for improving eating behaviors and social integration in obese children and their families.

Main Methods:

  • A 1-year behavioral program incorporating a 'club' for new members.
  • Family participation is mandatory, with parents joining the therapeutic program.
  • Includes education on mindful eating, portion control, and communal dining, plus a 3-week mountain camp.

Main Results:

  • The program aims to strengthen familial compliance through shared experiences and peer support.
  • Addresses the cycle of overeating by teaching structured mealtime behaviors.
  • A multidisciplinary therapeutic team supports participants throughout the program.

Conclusions:

  • Family-based behavioral interventions are crucial for treating childhood obesity.
  • Addressing social and behavioral aspects of eating is key to breaking the obesity cycle.
  • Integrated therapeutic approaches involving various specialists enhance treatment outcomes for pediatric obesity.

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