Individual Assignment on Research Methodology
Application of the Background and Methodology of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care
HCS/465
University of Phoenix
Obesity
Definition of the Problem
The problem that the article covers is obesity. According to Reynolds, obesity involves an inbalance of the caloric intake to energy expenditure, meaning that more calories are consumed than are burned, which causes weight gain. But obesity is more than a simple equation of weight and height; it’s also a complex health issue involving genetics, hormones, culture and environment (Reynolds, 2011). Obesity has been a huge problem for lots of individuals. The discussion of obesity has been studied for a while. Individuals have been trying to find new ways to decrease or eliminate obesity. In the article, recommendations, solutions, treatment methods, and causes are presented to help decrease the percentages of obesity around the world.
Study Purpose
The purpose of the study is to inform and persuade the reader. It seems as though the author and researchers set out to make everyone aware of the risks associated with obesity and present them with ways of getting healthier. Researchers want individuals to get healthier. They have saved a lot of lives by raising awareness. While reading the article, I was informed on many things I did not know about obesity. It has motivated me to become healthier and guide my children down a healthy lifestyle. The main goal of the article is to draw attention to obesity and try to motivate individuals to make successful changes to their diet or exercise.
Hypothesis
There isn’t really a direct hypothesis stated in this article. The author and researchers only include facts and statistics throughout each paragraph.
Study Variables
Throughout the article, people are the study variables. The body mass index of individuals is depended upon how much they are active and what they eat. The body
HCS/465
University of Phoenix
Obesity
Definition of the Problem
The problem that the article covers is obesity. According to Reynolds, obesity involves an inbalance of the caloric intake to energy expenditure, meaning that more calories are consumed than are burned, which causes weight gain. But obesity is more than a simple equation of weight and height; it’s also a complex health issue involving genetics, hormones, culture and environment (Reynolds, 2011). Obesity has been a huge problem for lots of individuals. The discussion of obesity has been studied for a while. Individuals have been trying to find new ways to decrease or eliminate obesity. In the article, recommendations, solutions, treatment methods, and causes are presented to help decrease the percentages of obesity around the world.
Study Purpose
The purpose of the study is to inform and persuade the reader. It seems as though the author and researchers set out to make everyone aware of the risks associated with obesity and present them with ways of getting healthier. Researchers want individuals to get healthier. They have saved a lot of lives by raising awareness. While reading the article, I was informed on many things I did not know about obesity. It has motivated me to become healthier and guide my children down a healthy lifestyle. The main goal of the article is to draw attention to obesity and try to motivate individuals to make successful changes to their diet or exercise.
Hypothesis
There isn’t really a direct hypothesis stated in this article. The author and researchers only include facts and statistics throughout each paragraph.
Study Variables
Throughout the article, people are the study variables. The body mass index of individuals is depended upon how much they are active and what they eat. The body
References: Henderson, Dr Roger. (1998-2011). Obesity. Retrieved from http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/health_advice/facts/obesity.htm Reynolds, A. (2011). Obesity and Medical Imaging Challenges. Radiologic Technology, 82(3), 219-242. Retrieved from EBSCOhost.