Shaun Appleby Research Paper

“More than one-third (36.5%) of U.S adults have obesity” (“Center” Internet). “At least thirty million people of all ages suffer from an eating disorder. Every sixty-two minutes at least one person dies as a direct result from an eating disorder”. As Americans, our nation suffer from many health issues related to food. America is high in obesity and eating disorders. Due to media and peer pressure, many people wants to have the “perfect” image. Fast food restaurants and media influence adults and young children to eat unhealthy food. Shaun Appleby, died when he was eighteen years old from complications with his obesity. Shaun was first diagnosed when he was thirteen years of age. His mother tries to spread warning to other kids by sharing her son story. She stated, “He would sit on his computer for up to ten hours a day”. Shaun started gaining pounds after his parents have separated (“Hutchinson” Internet). Emotions have a major impact on obesity. When some people get stressed or unhappy they tend to eat unhealthy food. People who are obese have many health related issues such as: heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, breathing problems, and many other health related issues (“Health” Internet). “Extra weight
DO NOT accept cultural values that place a premium on thin, perfect bodies. Make sure you and your children are educated about the life-threatening nature of anorexia. The most successful treatment is a combination of psychotherapy, family therapy, and medicine. It is important for the person with anorexia to be actively involved in their treatment. Many times the person with anorexia does not think they need treatment. Even if they know they need treatment, anorexia is a long-term challenge that may last a lifetime. People remain vulnerable to relapse when going through stressful periods of their lives.” (“D. Ehrlich”