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Adolescent Health Resources for Families
Are you a Black female adolescent who is struggling with managing your health and issues related to weight?
Help is available Right now, it's estimated:
In the US, 23.5% of non-Hispanic Black youth have obesity or overweight, a significantly higher rate than in non-Hispanic White or non-Hispanic Asian youth.
Worldwide, adult obesity has more than doubled since 1990, and adolescent obesity has increased by 4x.
You are not alone in facing the challenges that your health may present around obesity or food.
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What health risks come with being overweight or obese?​
Being overweight or having obesity can increase the chance that you may develop health problems, including
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Breathing problems
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Joint pain
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high blood pressure
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High cholesterol
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Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (no called MASLD)
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Type 2 diabetes
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Some children who are overweight or have obesity may experience weight-related teasing or bullying, which can affect their mental health. Children with overweight or obesity may have a higher risk of developing mental health problems, including
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low self-esteem
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depression NIH external link
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eating disorders NIH external link
Are there any mental health risks with being oveweight or obese?
​​Some youth who are overweight or have obesity may experience weight-related teasing or bullying, which can affect their mental health.
Children with overweight or obesity may have a higher risk of developing mental health problems, including
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Low self-esteem
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Depression
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Eating disorders
For many adolescents, the emotional toll of being labeled “obese” during a vulnerable stage of identity development can be long-lasting.
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