A new study published online in the journal Pediatrics this week finds that children suffering from obesity had poorer scores on thinking tests, mirroring results from a similar study done with adults. Researchers called the results important and reinforced that being overweight as a child is not to be taken lightly.
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I wouldn’t be surprised if this were a reflection of their self-esteem levels and their (probably lack of) comfort within the school environment
I would have to agree with K. I also think the school system needs to incorporate more physical activity. I know private schools make Saturday sport compulsory and I think the public system needs to encourage this as well.
Parents are first and foremost responsible, then schools.