Just Depressing
Even slightly overweight children experience "social suffering," according to this study.
"In addition to poorer health, overweight and obese children were more likely to be teased at school, to report feeling sad and angry, and to have difficulty taking part in sport. They were also more likely to agree with statements such as, 'Other kids do not want to be my friend.'"
"In addition to poorer health, overweight and obese children were more likely to be teased at school, to report feeling sad and angry, and to have difficulty taking part in sport. They were also more likely to agree with statements such as, 'Other kids do not want to be my friend.'"
posted by mo pie at 12:36 PM
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Every pediatric obesity researcher I have ever heard speak mentions this as a primary concern of obese children and their parents. I wonder if the problem has gotten better or worse as childhood obesity becomes more prevalent?
Oh, and by the way, this is La Wade.
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