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Factors associated with depression and anxiety symptoms among children seeking treatment for obesity: A social-ecological approach.

Daniel H SheinbeinRichard I SteinJacqueline F HayesMackenzie L BrownKatherine N BalantekinRachel P Kolko ConlonBrian E SaelensMichael G PerriR Robinson WelchKenneth B SchechtmanLeonard H EpsteinDenise E Wilfley
Published in: Pediatric obesity (2019)
Nearly 40% of children exhibited psychopathology symptoms, and a variety of correlates were found. Thus, pediatric weight-loss providers may consider screening for and addressing mental health concerns (and associated factors) prior to and during treatment.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • weight loss
  • young adults
  • bariatric surgery
  • metabolic syndrome
  • insulin resistance
  • healthcare
  • climate change
  • weight gain
  • sleep quality
  • gastric bypass
  • high fat diet induced
  • glycemic control