Boisvert—Integrative Treatment of Pediatric Obesity

Medical practitioners working with children and adolescents invariably encounter overweight and obese patients. This article provides a general overview of pediatric obesity, including the way in which it is defined; the etiological factors associated with the disorder; its medical complications and comorbidities; and recommendations for effective, holistic, and clinical treatment. Growing evidence shows that the successful treatment of pediatric obesity requires consideration not only of medical issues but also of psychological and socialenvironmental factors. Special emphasis is given to the psychological and spiritual aspects of pediatric obesity in the context of a holistic perspective.