Investigating the prevalence of obesity among college students and analyzing factors, trends, and interventions
Abstract
With young adults, especially university students, being a susceptible demographic, obesity and overweight pose serious public health concerns in the United States. In order to better understand the complex factors that contribute to this problem, detect new trends, and evaluate viable remedies, this study aims to investigate the incidence of obesity and overweight among university students in the United States. This study hypothesizes that obesity and overweight among American university students exceeds the national average for young people and has increased significantly over the last decade. Using a cross-sectional methodology, the study establishes the prevalence of obesity and overweight among American university students and intends to understand the sociodemographic, lifestyle, and environmental aspects impacting university students' weight status by reviewing current literature, conducting national surveys, and analyzing data. After completing a cross-sectional study with a broad sample of university students from various geographic regions and demographic backgrounds, statistical analysis revealed apparent patterns and trends in obesity prevalence over time. The preliminary data supports our hypothesis, demonstrating that the prevalence of obesity and overweight among American university students is higher than the national average for young adults. Furthermore, substantial data points to a significant increase in obesity rates among university students over the last decade. Sociodemographic characteristics such as socioeconomic position, race/ethnicity, and geographic location have emerged as major predictors of obesity and overweight among this population. These preliminary findings have far-reaching implications for public health policies and intervention efforts aiming at reducing obesity among university students. Policymakers, healthcare professionals, and educators who have a better understanding of the variables driving obesity incidence and trends are better able to develop focused treatments. Tailoring interventions to the specific needs of university students has the potential to effectively reduce the rising prevalence of obesity while also improving this demographic's overall health and well-being.
Investigating the prevalence of obesity among college students and analyzing factors, trends, and interventions
Poster #11
With young adults, especially university students, being a susceptible demographic, obesity and overweight pose serious public health concerns in the United States. In order to better understand the complex factors that contribute to this problem, detect new trends, and evaluate viable remedies, this study aims to investigate the incidence of obesity and overweight among university students in the United States. This study hypothesizes that obesity and overweight among American university students exceeds the national average for young people and has increased significantly over the last decade. Using a cross-sectional methodology, the study establishes the prevalence of obesity and overweight among American university students and intends to understand the sociodemographic, lifestyle, and environmental aspects impacting university students' weight status by reviewing current literature, conducting national surveys, and analyzing data. After completing a cross-sectional study with a broad sample of university students from various geographic regions and demographic backgrounds, statistical analysis revealed apparent patterns and trends in obesity prevalence over time. The preliminary data supports our hypothesis, demonstrating that the prevalence of obesity and overweight among American university students is higher than the national average for young adults. Furthermore, substantial data points to a significant increase in obesity rates among university students over the last decade. Sociodemographic characteristics such as socioeconomic position, race/ethnicity, and geographic location have emerged as major predictors of obesity and overweight among this population. These preliminary findings have far-reaching implications for public health policies and intervention efforts aiming at reducing obesity among university students. Policymakers, healthcare professionals, and educators who have a better understanding of the variables driving obesity incidence and trends are better able to develop focused treatments. Tailoring interventions to the specific needs of university students has the potential to effectively reduce the rising prevalence of obesity while also improving this demographic's overall health and well-being.