Overweight Teenagers: Don't Bear the Burden Alone is a straightforward guide designed to speak frankly to teenagers about what overweight is and how to confront it safely and effectively. Dr. Michael D. LeBow, an expert in the field of obesity studies, stresses that young people must not judge their self-worth solely by reading a weight scale. Sensitive to teenagers' lack of self-esteem, the author urges consideration of the pros and cons of controlling overweight. Through a series of revealing accounts with overweight teenagers and their parents, Dr. LeBow looks upon a number of important issues, in particular the verbal abuse inflicted by peers; the risks of possible illness in adulthood (e.g., coronary heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer); the importance of acknowledging and overcoming obstacles; the value of "positives" in controlling actions and behavior to design a better overall environment; and the contradictory eating protocols befalling teens at home, school, or in public places. As a compassionate, exceptionally beneficial advisor, the author maintains that those who want to be thinner deserve access to safe, rational methods of weight loss. In addition, the text is clarified by a comprehensive set of Recommended Dietary Allowances tables and an appendix of suggested readings. Overweight Teenagers not only teaches, but advocates the challenge to lose overweight without jeopardizing oneself, without suffering stratagems destined to damage the body and depress the spirit. By enlisting and accepting the aid of parents, doctors, and teachers, teenagers will discover that they need not bear alone the burden of overweight. Guidance counselors and school administrators, physicians, nutritionists, behavioral psychologists, and other health professionals will find this an important resource for helping teens.
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Gr. 6^-12. LeBow, director of a Canadian obesity clinic, aims his book at teens who are obese, not simply "pleasantly plump" or "heavy," but most weight-conscious young adults can profit from his sensible advice. Because he understands the stereotypes and the cycle of ridicule and self-hate that often accompanies obesity, LeBow ministers to the psyche as well as the appetite, as he talks about everything from setting goals, drafting a contract, and recording progress to keeping the weight off once it's gone. There's even a chapter designed to help parents help their kids. Readers will need to look elsewhere for actual food plans (though LeBow does include a few useful charts), but this is still a good resource for YAs who are serious about losing weight and want to do it safely. Stephanie Zvirin
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As parents of an overweight teenager, we were unsure how to help her without hurting her. After reading this book, we felt better informed about what to say and do, in practical terms. We also came to the realization that this issue is not our problem to solve. Our daughter "found" this book lying around. She read it herself and brought us discussion about her plans. We knew to "just listen" and let her own her own efforts. A teenager, unlike a young child, has to be in full control of their own body. We as parents have to provide the context for fitness and good health but the actual responsibilty lies with the teenager herself. Being a supporter without interfering can be like walking a tightrope. We used insight gained from reading this book to help keep us from falling off the tightrope. As a family, we have all made more of an effort to be healthier and more fit; and we are experiencing some positive changes in our household.
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