Screening for Obesity in Children
New recommendations from the US Preventive Services Task Force call for clinicians to screen children ages 6 to 18 years for obesity and refer them to programs to improve their weight status.
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Feb 01, 2010 7:45 AM -
Comprehensive programs should include counseling for physical activity or a physical activity program, counseling for weight loss or healthy diet, and behavioral management techniques such as goal setting and self monitoring. Moderate- to high-intensity programs involve more than 25 hours of contact with the child and/or the family over a 6-month period. Families who seek treatment for obesity should look for comprehensive programs that address weight control through physical activity healthy food choices, and behavioral skill-building.
