Obese Children

question 66

Multiple Choice

Obese children

• A) are at a risk for social difficulties, but not emotional problems.
• B) are likely to have at least one obese parent.
• C) usually decide when to eat on the basis of hunger.
• D) are less likely than average-weight peers to spend many hours watching television.

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Definitions:

Genetic Factors

Components of an organism's genetic makeup that influence its characteristics, including physical appearance, behavior, and susceptibility to certain diseases.

Theories

Systematic sets of ideas and principles designed to explain certain phenomena or observations, which are supported by evidence and can predict outcomes or behaviors.

Child Development

The study of how children grow, change, and learn across different aspects of development, including physical, cognitive, and social-emotional domains.

Sensitive Periods

Critically defined phases in early development during which the individual is particularly receptive to certain stimuli or learning experiences.