CG04300769
OBESITY: AN AMERICAN EPIDEMIC
One out of every four Americans is obese and 60% of the population is overweight. Learn what is at the root of a problem that undermines health and self-esteem. The importance of adopting more healthful eating habits for a lifetime and the recommendation that people engage in regular physical activity are underscored. Treatments that are available for obesity are discussed, and the names of support groups are provided in a program that deals with the topic of obesity in a frank, yet sensitive manner.

Learning Objectives:
1) Students will learn how obesity is determined. They will learn how this condition threatens health. Factors that contribute to the development of obesity will be examined.
2) The social stigma suffered by obese teens will be understood.
3) Students will learn how obesity can be treated and they'll understand the importance of a healthful lifestyle.

Award
~ Telly Awards "Finalist"
DVD (With English Subtitles)
Grades 6-12
22 minutes
2004
USD 89.95
 
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