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Anxious kids at risk for obesity in adulthood

(HealthScout) UPDATED 2009-09-16

Children with emotional problems are more likely to be obese in adulthood, a new study has found. Researchers at King's College London examined data on 6,500 people and found that those who reported low self-confidence or frequent worries were more likely to be overweight in the following 20 years. Experts say early intervention for kids who suffer from anxiety, fears, or other psychological disorders may help them live active, healthy lives in adulthood. Read full story >

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