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Analysis of psychological characteristics of obese children

L-F Liu1, Q-T Bian, J-G Zhai

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Jining Municipal Psychiatric Hospital, Shandong, China. oac462646@163.com.

European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences
|July 6, 2017
PubMed

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Obese children exhibit more adverse behaviors, negative temperaments, and lower self-awareness and social skills compared to normal-weight peers. These psychological factors are linked to childhood obesity, highlighting the need for mental health support.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Psychology
  • Childhood Obesity Research
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Childhood obesity is a significant public health concern with potential psychological underpinnings.
  • Understanding the psychological profile of obese children is crucial for developing effective interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze and compare the psychological characteristics of obese children versus normal-weight children.
  • To identify psychological factors associated with childhood obesity.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 60 obese children and 60 matched normal-weight children.
  • Assessment of family behavior, mental health, temperament, self-consciousness, and social adaptability.

Main Results:

  • Obese children showed significantly higher rates of adverse behaviors and negative temperaments.
  • Statistically significant differences were observed in mental health scores, temperament dimensions, self-awareness, and social adaptability.
  • Obese children exhibited lower self-evaluation, reduced gregariousness, and poorer social adaptation.

Conclusions:

  • Adverse family behaviors and difficult temperaments are associated with childhood obesity.
  • Obese children frequently present with mental and behavioral disorders, low self-esteem, and impaired social skills.
  • Integrated mental health education is essential for the holistic development of obese children.
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