DE-EMPHASIZE “DIETING” “Diets can further complicate an already stressful relationship with food and could trigger continued problems with eating for your child,” says Crawford. “Diets are the #1 risk factor for developing eating disorders. Instead of putting your child on…
Category: How Can I Talk With My Teen About Weight Issues
Part 2 – How Can I Talk With My Teen About Weight Issues?
FOCUS ON HEALTH “Make sure you set a good example for healthy, balanced eating and body image,” says Crawford. “This means not “dieting,” fitting in family meals whenever possible, no excessive exercising and no criticism of your own or other…
Part 1 – How Can I Talk With My Teen About Weight Issues?
By Kathy Sena as it appears in Ohio Family magazine, April 2013 issue Are you concerned about your teen’s weight? Are you hitting a brick wall when trying to discuss weight, fitness and health issues with your son or daughter?…