Health professionals' views and experiences of discussing weight with children and their families: A systematic review of qualitative research.
Shanara AbdinGemma HeathRichard K WelchPublished in: Child: care, health and development (2021)
Supporting behaviour change through discussion of healthy weight with children and families is an important part of the health professional's role. Tailored information for professionals, including resources and training, facilitates them to confidently talk to children and families about weight prioritized within interventions. The success of such interventions requires commitment from a range of professionals to ensure healthy weight is tackled through a whole system approach.