Examining the experiences of implementing a lifestyle intervention for overweight and obese children An interview study on the barriers and enhancers…

2015

Masteroppgave folkehelsevitenskap- Universitetet i Agder, 2015 Background: Childhood obesity is one of the 21st century’s most serious public health challenges. In Norway, health nurses are obligated to record children’s body mass and children who are classified as overweight or obese should be offered a follow up through lifestyle programs. There has been a lack of such lifestyle programs, however, some municipalities have implemented intervention programs to support overweight and obese children and their families’ lifestyle changes. Aim: To examine how a lifestyle intervention focusing on promoting healthy lifestyle habits in overweight and obese children and their families in three diff…