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Neumark-Sztainer, Dianne – Prevention Researcher, 2007
Weight-related problems, including eating disorders, disordered eating, and obesity, are prevalent among adolescents. School and community-based educators and health care providers have an important role to play in the prevention of weight-related problems in youth. This article includes: 1) a brief overview of weight-related problems in…
Descriptors: Obesity, Prevention, Eating Disorders, Adolescents
Natenshon, Abigail H. – Our Children, 2000
Discusses the role of families and schools in preventing eating disorders in children and adolescents, explaining that eating disorders are not just about food, but rather a misuse of food to resolve emotional problems; describing various primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention methods; and offering strategies for educators (activism and…
Descriptors: Child Health, Eating Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education, Females