Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4166440 | The Journal of Pediatrics | 2008 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
As children move into middle childhood, higher BMI is associated with increased likelihood of developing internalizing problems. Health care providers should monitor BMI as children enter school and provide guidance to parents regarding emerging symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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Authors
Robert H. PhD, Renate PhD, Philip R. MD, Marion PhD, Jay PhD, Robert PhD,