The Obesity Epidemic May Be Due in Part to Sleep

question 22

True/False

The obesity epidemic may be due in part to sleep deprivation.

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Definitions:

Preschooler

A child typically between the ages of 3 and 5 years old who is in the developmental stage before entering formal schooling.

Psychosocial Stage

Stages of psychological and social development postulated by Erik Erikson, through which an individual progresses throughout their lifetime.

Identity Versus Identity Confusion

Erikson’s fifth developmental stage, which individuals experience during the adolescent years. At this time, adolescents examine who they are, what they are all about, and where they are going in life.

Initiative Versus Guilt

A stage in Erickson's psychosocial development theory where children learn to exercise independence and initiative, but may feel guilt when unsuccessful.