Factors influencing obesity in people with an intellectual disability


Autoria(s): Illingworth, Kaye.
Data(s)

01/01/2006

Resumo

These studies indicate that obesity levels, best measured by weight not the Body Mass Index, are high among people with an intellectual disability. Poor knowledge of nutrition and exercise, together with a body image that says "I'm OK", and carers' tolerance for overweight, are indicators of obesity in this population.

Identificador

http://hdl.handle.net/10536/DRO/DU:30027031

Idioma(s)

eng

Publicador

Deakin University, Faculty of Health, Medicine, Nursing and Behavioural Sciences, School of Psychology

Palavras-Chave #Obesity #People with mental disabilities - Health and hygiene
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Thesis