Rapid increases in BMI waist to height ratio during adolescence and subsequent neurobehavioral deficits

CONCLUSIONS: Rapid increases in BMI or WHtR during adolescence could predict subsequent neurobehavioral deficits, especially for externalizing behaviors. Timely intervention for weight control may be considered to promote adolescent mental health.PMID:37735781 | DOI:10.1002/oby.23881

Source: Obesity - September 22, 2023 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Ting Yu Yining Jiang Jue Fan Xiangrong Guo Hui Hua Dongqing Xu Yuefen Wang Chonghuai Yan Jian Xu Source Type: research