DEEVPSY CH5 EARLY CHILDHOOD: BODY AND MIND

Question 1

Physical Changes

Answer 1

Toddler begins to lose their baby fat or chubbiness

Question 2

Physical Changes

Answer 2

Children acquire a leaner, more athletic look

Question 3

Obesity

Answer 3

Overweight young children’s eating behavior is strongly influenced by their caregiver’s behavior

Question 4

Children who are obese are at risk at experiencing:

Answer 4

Bullying, Social Isolation, Low Self-Esteem, and Depression

Question 5

Socioeconomic Status and Ethnicity

Answer 5

plays a role in the frequency of childhood obesity

Question 5

Causes of Childhood Obesity

Answer 5

Behavior, Genetics, Socioeconomic and Community, Cultural Factors

Question 6

Behavior

Answer 6

Shared family behaviors such as eating habits and being inactive contribute to childhood obesity

Question 7

Genetics

Answer 7

Children whose parents or siblings have obesity may be at an increased risk of developing the condition themselves

Question 8

Socioeconomics and Community

Answer 8

The cost and accessibility of healthy food options, network or social support system, limited access to recreational facilities

Question 9

Cultural Factors

Answer 9

Advertising for fast food chains and unhealthy snack foods can contribute to childhood obesity