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Beyond BMI: The Next Chapter in Childhood Obesity Management

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Pediatric obesity treatment has traditionally focused on body mass index (BMI) and has had limited success. Recent research has suggested new ways to approach this topic that focuses more on holistic measures of health and inclusion of a larger population of children. This paper discusses new evidence in the prevention of chronic disease and treatment of obesity that has a body positive and mental health lens as well as integrating research from several areas of health, including the prevention of chronic disease. Practical medical and mental health assessments tools are suggested for clinical use. Implications for an individualized, positive treatment future are presented.

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Bridger, T.L., Wareham, A. Beyond BMI: The Next Chapter in Childhood Obesity Management. Curr Obes Rep 3, 321–329 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13679-014-0114-y

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