The number of people who gets Obesity increase wiht 1/2-1 % every year. Despite this number it is shown that Obesity is a chronic and neglected decease. The purposes of this literature study were to describe how Obesity effects adult and the risk of complications and the factors the nurse needs to know which effects patiens with Obesity. The results shows the connection between Obesity and complications and also what methods the nurse can use in the preventive work..

Obesity is a problem that increases exponentially in humans and companion animals. It is defined as a big accumulation of fat in the body and is usually connected with several diseases. This study describes how Obesity can be diagnosed, in which way the gut flora can affect Obesity, if the gut flora is genetically influenced or not, and how it differs between individuals with Obesity and Obesity-related diseases. Conclusions of the study are that both the bacterial strains Bacteriodetes and Firmicutes probably have a connection to Obesity. The intestinal flora is probably also genetically related.

Background: Overweight is a health problem throughout the western world. Child health care (CHC) nurses and school nurses meet many children and their families and have the opportunity to work with prevention. The purpose of this study was to investigate the CHC - and school nurse´s experiences and reflections in the work on Obesity in children. The aim was also to investigate the structural conditions CHC- and school nurse feel the need for this work. Method: The study had a qualitative approach with descriptive design.

The aim of this study was to describe the mental and social causes to Obesity among children and adolescents, their consequences and what preventive interventions that are used. The method used by the authors was to search for scientific articles in the database Medline, using the keywords: Obesity, overweight, child, body image, social, family, school, depression, nursing, quality of life, social support, prevention and support. The study was performed as a literature review, with a descriptive design, and the result contained 22 scientific articles. The main result of this study showed that Obesity among children and adolescents is not only an individual problem, it affects the whole family. The main causes to Obesity among children and adolescents are the socioeconomic status of the family, their lifestyle, and even gender to a certain degree.

Overweight and Obesity in children is an extensive and accelerating problem in the western world. The risk factors for overweight are well- known and well-documented. Focus should lie in the prophylactic work in order to prevent overweight and Obesity in preschool children. The aim of our study has been to highlight the role of the district nurse in her/his work to prevent overweight and Obesity in preschool children. The study was carried out through studies as a literature review.

Obesity is the most common nutritional disorder, and is defined as an accumulation of excessive amounts of adipose tissue in the body. Obesity is a condition where an animal exceeds its optimum body weight by more than 10-25%. Risk factors associated with Obesity may include breed, age, castration or high energy intake relative to energy consumption. The consequences of Obesity are believed to be metabolic and hormonal changes, as well as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, orthopedic problems, tumors and premature death. Prevention and early detection of Obesity leads to better health care.

Obesity is one of the biggest threats to child- and adolescent health. The amount of obese children is today increasing more in Sweden than in the US. This may in a couple of years have bad consequences for the Swedish children?s quality of life. When a child suffers from Obesity it is a big stress on the body and can lead to serious consequences in adulthood.

The aim of this study was to investigate whether a dietary change, physical activity or a combination of both gave the best result when treating Obesity, concerning weight loss and BMI. Excessive weight and Obesity are today a big health-issue and it is estimated that 10 % of the men and 12 % of the women in Sweden have a BMI over 30, i.e. are suffering from Obesity. The corresponding number for children is 3 %. No one can say for sure what causes Obesity but there are many theories.

ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to describe various methods of treatment and effects of treatment of ADHD, and to investigate wheater there is an association between adults with ADHD and Obesity. Method:  Literature review. Twelve quantitative scientific articles were found in the data bases PubMed, Cinahl and MedLine.  Result: ADHD is a cognitive impairment that can lead to serious complications such as Obesity. Studies show that drug treatments of adults with ADHD have positive effects in terms of reduced symptoms, increased efficiency and improved quality of life, but drugs can also cause side effects in form of loss of appetite and insomnia. For adults with ADHD and Obesity drugs that affect metabolism have a significant impact on patients ability to lose weight.

Obesity is a growing problem worldwide among children and adolescents. Previous research has shown that food habits and weight in order children with high and low risk of developing Obesity (based on parental BMI) differs between the two groups. It has also been shown that the mother affects the child´s food habits and weight..

ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to describe various methods of treatment and effects of treatment of ADHD, and to investigate wheater there is an association between adults with ADHD and Obesity. Method:  Literature review. Twelve quantitative scientific articles were found in the data bases PubMed, Cinahl and MedLine.  Result: ADHD is a cognitive impairment that can lead to serious complications such as Obesity. Studies show that drug treatments of adults with ADHD have positive effects in terms of reduced symptoms, increased efficiency and improved quality of life, but drugs can also cause side effects in form of loss of appetite and insomnia. For adults with ADHD and Obesity drugs that affect metabolism have a significant impact on patients ability to lose weight.

ABSTRACTBackground: Obesity and overweight are health issues that more than every tenth person around the world suffers from and the number of individuals with BMI >30 is every growing. As a result, more patients that are subjects to anesthesia will have an increased BMI. Changes in respiration, airway anatomy, altered drug metabolism and multiple physiological changes in the body makes general anesthesia, of the patient with Obesity, an anesthesiological challenge.Purpose: The aim of this study is to identify the specific anesthesiological nursing care of the patient with a BMI >30, undergoing general anesthesia.Method: A research plan is created and to test its credibility, a pilotstudy of 15 surveys in two surgical departments will be conducted. This study has a qualitative inductive design and the data collected through semistructured questionnaires. The result was analyzed using qualitative content analysis.Result: The result showed a clear focus on three main areas; airway management, pharmaceuticals and positioning of the patient.

Obesity is a growing problem worldwide among children and adolescents. Previous research has shown that food habits and weight in order children with high and low risk of developing Obesity (based on parental BMI) differs between the two groups. It has also been shown that the mother affects the child´s food habits and weight..

ABSTRACTThe aim of this study was to describe various methods of treatment and effects of treatment of ADHD, and to investigate wheater there is an association between adults with ADHD and Obesity. Method:  Literature review. Twelve quantitative scientific articles were found in the data bases PubMed, Cinahl and MedLine.  Result: ADHD is a cognitive impairment that can lead to serious complications such as Obesity. Studies show that drug treatments of adults with ADHD have positive effects in terms of reduced symptoms, increased efficiency and improved quality of life, but drugs can also cause side effects in form of loss of appetite and insomnia. For adults with ADHD and Obesity drugs that affect metabolism have a significant impact on patients ability to lose weight.

AbstractJerfström, M. (2013). Mission overweight and Obesity ? how do child-care centers operate? C-thesis in Public Health. Faculty of Health and Occupational Studies.