Abstract
Little is known about the prevalence of clinical weight problems for youth living in residential care. Therefore, this study examined the prevalence and correlates of overweight and obesity in a large sample of youth (N = 1709) entering a residential care program. Results indicated that 48% of youth were overweight or obese at the time of intake, which is much higher than national pediatric rates. Females had higher rates of overweight/obesity, as did youth referred from moderately restrictive placements such as foster care. Youth who were overweight/obese had greater internalizing symptoms at intake. Clinical and research implications are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 99-112 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Residential Treatment for Children and Youth |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 3 2015 |
Keywords
- medications
- mental health
- obesity
- overweight
- residential
- youth
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Law