Chapter 15, Problem 1RQ

Summary Introduction

To examine: Whether the statement “Stage 2 treatments for adolescent obesity can be offered by a single provider” is true or false.

Introduction: Individuals with body mass index of 30 kg/m²  or more are considered obese. Obesity is the leading cause of diseases later in life such as anxiety, hypertension, heart diseases, and many others. Therefore, it is necessary to manage obesity and follow a healthy lifestyle. Obesity management can be categorized into four stages based on the approach and intervention at each stage.