The Impact of Weight
Studies show 89% of overweight adolescents become obese adults, bringing a heightened risk of medical, social, emotional, and financial complications. And the impact of weight during adolescent years can be devastating. Parents often come to us concerned that their overweight child is not performing well in school, is struggling socially, or just doesn't seem to be happy anymore. To find out more about the impact weight may be having on your child, use the links below.
Body Mass Index»
Use the BMI Calculator, the measure used by paediatricians, to assess weight issues and receive recommendations.
Weight Impact »
Learn how weight affects a person’s physical and emotional health with this simple illustration.
