Course overview of Obesity in Adults
Being overweight is not just an appearance issue. It is a medical concern due to the serious affects it can have on a person’s health. People with obesity have an increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions.
In this Obesity in Adults course, we look at how obesity is defined. We explore the challenges around obesity and its impact. We also look at the things that can be done to support a person to prevent and reverse unhealthy weight gain.
Course content
- What is obesity?
- How prevalent is obesity?
- Why do people become overweight?
- Other causes of obesity
- The impact of obesity
- Supporting individuals with weight problems
- Person-centred conversations about weight
- Supporting behaviour change
- Treatment and resources
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Aims of Obesity in Adults course
By the end of the training you will:
- Define what is meant by the term obesity
- Explain the causes and contributing factors of obesity and why individuals become overweight or obese
- Outline the impact of obesity on society
- Identify the physical, psychological and social consequences of obesity
- List the day-to-day challenges someone who is obese may experience
- Describe what you can do to support individuals to prevent and reverse unhealthy weight gain
What audience is this online course suitable for?
This Obesity in Adults Course | Obesity in Adults Training course has been designed specifically for people who want to know more about Adult Obesity. Whilst it provides focus for people working in social care, it will also be useful to a wider audience of people.
