Etiology of Simple Obesity in Adolescent Students

Objective To investigate the obesity status of the adolescent in the Yangjiang middle school,and analyze the causes of obesity,so as to provide the scientific basis for prevention and treatment of adolescent obesity.Methods Four classes were randomly selected by cluster sampling method from a middle school in Yangjiang,the height and weight were measured and the questionnaire survey by a self-designed scale were carried.Results The obesity rate was 9.2%,the incidence of the simple obesity in boys was a little higher than that of girls,but the difference had not statistical significant.The adolescent obesity was closely related to the obesity in their parents,diet habits and exercises.Conclusion The adolescent overweight and obesity can be affected by many factors.By improving the behaviors and habits according to characteristics of students` life,and developing their awareness and knowledge of obesity,the adolescent obesity can be prevented effectively.