Childhood Obesity and Health Research Quiz

Test your knowledge on pediatric obesity. Learn about contributors, health risks, BMI, interventions, and psychological factors.

#1

What is considered a primary contributor to childhood obesity?

Regular exercise
Genetics
Healthy diet
Sedentary lifestyle
#2

Which of the following is a potential consequence of childhood obesity?

Decreased risk of chronic diseases
Improved cognitive function
Increased risk of type 2 diabetes
Enhanced physical fitness
#3

What is the recommended daily screen time limit for children aged 2 to 5 years, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics?

1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
#4

Which nutrient is often overconsumed by children in Western diets and can contribute to obesity?

Fiber
Calcium
Sugar
Iron
#5

What is the term for the excessive intake of food in relation to energy expenditure, leading to weight gain?

Hypothyroidism
Hyperglycemia
Hyperphagia
Hyperinsulinemia
#6

Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of childhood obesity?

Breastfeeding for at least six months
High socioeconomic status
Regular family meals
Low birth weight
#7

What percentage of children aged 6 to 11 years in the United States were considered obese in 2018?

5%
15%
25%
35%
#8

Which factor is least likely to contribute to childhood obesity?

Socioeconomic status
Media influence
Parental education level
Genetic predisposition
#9

What is the BMI-for-age percentile range used to define obesity in children and adolescents?

Above 50th percentile
Above 75th percentile
Above 85th percentile
Above 95th percentile
#10

Which behavior modification technique is commonly used in childhood obesity interventions?

Punishment-based discipline
Positive reinforcement
Strict calorie counting
Isolation from peers
#11

Which type of fat is more likely to be associated with childhood obesity?

Monounsaturated fat
Polyunsaturated fat
Trans fat
Omega-3 fatty acids
#12

What is the term for the excessive growth of fat cells during childhood and adolescence?

Hyperplasia
Hypertrophy
Adipogenesis
Lipogenesis
#13

Which hormone regulates appetite and metabolism and is associated with childhood obesity when imbalanced?

Ghrelin
Leptin
Insulin
Cortisol
#14

Which childhood obesity-related condition involves the abnormal accumulation of fat around the liver?

Hyperlipidemia
Fatty liver disease
Hypertension
Obstructive sleep apnea
#15

Which psychological factor is often associated with childhood obesity?

Low self-esteem
High self-efficacy
Healthy body image
Optimistic outlook
#16

Which hormone plays a role in regulating hunger and satiety and is influenced by sleep duration?

Ghrelin
Leptin
Insulin
Cortisol
#17

Which neurodevelopmental disorder is commonly comorbid with childhood obesity?

Autism spectrum disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Tourette syndrome

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