JNUR_V2_N3_RP2 Fatima Ali Jawad Nasreen Sulaiman Lalani Journal on Nursing 2231 – 4504 2 3 30 35 Obesity, Female Adolescence, Sedentary Lifestyle 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. August - October 2012 Copyright © 2012 i-manager publications. All rights reserved. i-manager Publications http://www.imanagerpublications.com/Article.aspx?ArticleId=2011