Factors of Childhood Obesity

Adverts:

Adverts targeting children affect childhood obesity levels as by using famous characters the children find the content of the advert more enticing and they feel they need to buy the product. There is an ongoing debate between advertisers and doctors about whether these adverts should be banned but so far there is no progress. 

Poor mental health:

Many teenagers become affected by obesity as it is proven that mental health can decrease during puberty. The pressure to fit in is very hard on teenagers and it can cause children to over-eat and can lead to childhood obesity.

Not being taught the consequences:

There are few opportunities for children to learn about the problem of childhood obesity therefore maybe if children knew and understood the consequences of having too many sugary drinks, it could stop them from over-eating or eating the wrong things and could reduce childhood obesity.

Computer and Video Games:

Increased amount of children playing video games at an even younger age can cause less physical activity and can lead to childhood obesity.