A systematic review to assess the effectiveness of technology-based interventions to address obesity in children.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Childhood obesity is associated with a multitude of co-morbidities, including hypertension, hyperlipidaemia, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Childhood obesity can also affect a young person's social, emotional and mental health if they encounter negative prejudice and social marginalisation. Given the prevalence of overweight and obese children globally, it is imperative that effective interventions are developed. Children are receptive to information conveyed via digital means, therefore, the use of technology may play a crucial role in interventions to reduce childhood obesity. This systematic review aimed to review and critically appraise the literature published to date in relation to the effectiveness of technology-based interventions, employed as second

SUBMITTER: McMullan M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7243328 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature