Factors leading to obesity among female adolescents in Karachi, Pakistan

Fatima Ali Jawad*, Nasreen Sulaiman Lalani**
* Senior Instructor, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Stadium Road. P.O., Karachi, Pakistan.
** Assistant Professor, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Stadium Road. P.O., Karachi, Pakistan.
Periodicity:August - October'2012
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.2.3.2011

Abstract

Adolescence is a fundamental period of development because it represents the transition between life as a child, and life as an adult. Obesity is now considered a disease of epidemic proportions with increasing prevalence worldwide. The World Health Organization (2006) defines obesity as a ‘global epidemic’ existing in both developed and developing countries. The incidence of overweight and obesity are continually rising among females who are between the age group of 11—16 years. Behavior modification programs, positive reinforcement, counseling sessions for enhancing physical activity and balanced nutrition is recommended.

Keywords

Obesity, Female adolescence, Sedentary Lifestyle

How to Cite this Article?

Jawad, F.A., Lalani, N.S. (2012). Factors leading to obesity among female adolescents in Karachi, Pakistan. i-manager’s Journal on Nursing, 2(3), 30-35. https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.2.3.2011

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