Public Health Essays

Introduction One out of each three Americans is fat and two out of each three Americans are overweight. Information from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009–2010 demonstrated that 18.3% of young people (12– 19 years old) were fat and 32.6% in 20–39-year-olds (Leichiman, 2014). The expansion in the pervasiveness of fatness has all […]

Abstract Hypothesis: Deficits in mentalization cause the development of eating disorders. Methods: The study relied predominantly on pertinent journals, which were retrieved from pertinent databases that included Pub Med-NCBI (National Center of Biotechnology Information) and Google scholar. Results: Having performed an in-depth analysis of the primary literature, the study established that deficits in mentalization result in the development of […]

Introduction Eating disorders are mainly disorders concerning intake of food. These are disorders that are verified in the course of unseemly eating performance which brings about depressing bodily and mind tribulations. On a certain study, consumption disorders are described as physiological and corporeal modifications allied to strings of behavioral disorders.The teenager’s eating disorder has been […]

Introduction In the contemporary society, the population of the offenders continues to rise every day. This leads to myriad challenges which have an effect on the society at large. Mentally ill offenders are still confined in jail. As a result, the correctional officers are assigned the task of offering services to these individuals. Some of […]

A disorder is the inability of mental mechanism to do a natural operation that was designed by evolution. Arco (2015) claims that mental illness involves a variety of mental health disorders or conditions that interfere with mood, behavior, and thinking of individuals. For instance, anxiety disorders, trauma disorders, and Obsessive-compulsive disorders. Anxiety disorders are characterized […]

Kennedy Krieger Institute was established in 1987, aiming at helping both the caregiver and the parent to participate in learning on how to take care and treat the children affected with the feeding disorder. The program on feeding disorder by Kennedy Krieger was among the first to come up with the method of combining the […]

Introduction Within various articles, authors have used scale methods to examine the high co-morbidity between obsessive compulsive disorder and eating disorders (Fernandez-Aranda et al, 2004). These authors applied procedures to assess the underlying causes of these disorders. Most studies in the literature have mainly explored the relationship between eating disorders and OCD (Fernandez-Aranda et al, […]

Bruin was born with a hyper desire for food with became more pronounce and grew to become the Restaurant Critic at New York Times. Her relationship with food was one of enemy and friend, that to a great extend seem to influence his relationship. As a matter of fact, eating disorders hinders ability to remain […]

Pharmacotherapy for Cardiovascular Disorders The worldwide impact of cardiovascular disease as a leading cause of death is not dependent on a country’s level of development. The prevalence of obesity and diabetes has only worsened the situation. To combat this condition and lower mortality rates, researchers have created several treatment options that have demonstrated encouraging outcomes. […]

According to Culbert Racine & Klump (2015), eating disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including biological, psycho-social, and social-cultural influences. The researchers propose that when families grow in size, genetic and biological factors play a role in the development of eating disorders. Certain genotypes are linked to a higher chance of developing […]

The increasing prevalence of bulimia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by excessive food consumption and purging methods such as vomiting, is attributed to unhealthy eating habits. Individuals with this condition frequently consume large amounts of food and induce vomiting as a means to prevent weight gain. Bulimia nervosa is a dangerous condition characterized by uncontrollable […]

Introduction Various studies in the United States have proved that blindness is the main form of disability and has caused evoke in people’s lives. The number of old people is expected to double as the years go by and in line with this the main causes of visual loss such as glaucomia,cataract and age related […]

According to research done across the globe, binge watching has been a problem in many individuals. Binge watching is described as the habit of watching multiple of television channels all at the same time. Observation concerning binge watching and survey has been done and the come to a reasoning that, this kind of habit by […]

According to Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV) a non-profit organization that offers clinical and non-clinical information service and support for all Eating disorders patients, an eating disorder is neither a diet gone wrong nor a lifestyle choice but a severe mental health condition. Eating disorders are potentially fatal; they require physical and psychological treatment (National Institute […]

Obesity as a Major Challenge among the Youth Population Young people face a major challenge in the form of obesity, which refers to having an excessive amount of body fat comprising up to 20% of total weight. This condition poses various health risks including heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. In New York City, […]

Abstract This essay will be focusing on Obesity as the current health issue; the essay aims to explore how obesity is of importance to public health. It will cover the definition of obesity; in relation to the health of a person. Common health risks and consequences associated with obesity as well as the importance of […]

How does body fat distribution affect health? Too little fats in the body is linked to problems with the normal functionality of the body for both men and women. It causes reproduction complications in women as it lowers testosterone level. Low fat diet causes heart diseases as it can affect cardiovascular system. On the hand, […]

Causes of Obesity It is generally caused by overeating (excessive intake of calories) and doing less or no exercise. It is also caused by; Poor diet –eating fast foods and large amounts of processed or that is high in fat sugar. Obesity condition does not happen abruptly or overnight. It is something that develops gradually […]

Obesity is commonly acknowledged as a significant problem in the United States, frequently referred to as a national epidemic. The presence of conveniently obtainable fast food, sugary drinks, and high-calorie options contributes to the development of a well-established eating culture in the country. The act of consuming these foods immediately after finding them is now […]

Introduction The population in America has many things in common. This leads to the question what are the major things in which Americans have in common? The answer would be simple: obesity. There are many and high demand for fast food when there is knowledge of the consequences of the same. An average American family […]

Obesity and Genetics: A Strong Connection The link between obesity and genetics is extensively documented, especially in developed nations. Environmental factors also have a role in the development of obesity. Studies involving twins, adopted individuals, and families have demonstrated that genetics play a significant role in obesity development. Scientists have focused on examining the genetic […]

One of the health issues facing the society today is the issue of obesity. In the developed countries, obesity is a problem, but few individuals are willing to tackle it. In the developed countries, the problem does not have a specific type of people, as anyone can get obese. However, the elderly aged above ages […]