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Old 02-06-08, 08:18 PM   #5 (permalink)
leesmee
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02/06/08
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Re: Childhood Obesity - what is possible?

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Originally Posted by Obesity Discussion View Post
The biggest issue/influence are the parents. Too many just throw junky food at their kids because it's convenient and easy. They don't take their kids out enough in my opinion or get them involved in sports, and instead are content with them sitting in front of a computer, video game or TV all day.
I am most interested in designing for prevention and I have been very curious as to what a parents role is. What are the factors that make a parent choose convenience and ease? What makes a parent content with letting a child lead a sedentary lifestyle? What are the barriers? What sparks change?
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