Childhood Obesity: Prevention, Intervention and Treatment
A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Pediatric Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 March 2026 | Viewed by 760
Special Issue Editors
Interests: genetic obesity; patient experience; pediatric obesity; shared decision-making; ther-apeutic alliance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Childhood obesity has become a significant public health challenge globally, with rates steadily increasing in recent decades. Childhood obesity is associated with various adverse health outcomes, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and psychological effects, which can persist into adulthood. Despite efforts to combat this issue, it remains a major concern that requires continued attention and intervention.
This Special Issue seeks to address the multifaceted aspects of childhood obesity, focusing on prevention, intervention strategies, and treatment options. We aim to highlight cutting-edge research that explores innovative approaches to combat childhood obesity, including public health initiatives, lifestyle interventions, and medical treatments. By gathering interdisciplinary perspectives, the goal is to create a comprehensive resource for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.
We are soliciting original research articles, reviews, and case studies that examine various dimensions of childhood obesity. We welcome contributions that investigate prevention methods, the effectiveness of interventions, treatment protocols, and the long-term impacts of obesity management on children’s health and development.
Dr. Eileen Chaves
Dr. Alaina Vidmar
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- childhood obesity
- prevention
- intervention
- treatment
- public health
- childhood health
- lifestyle changes
- pediatric obesity
- obesity management
- health policies
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