The Intersection of Childhood Disability and Weight Management
Learning Objectives
- To identify risk factors for obesity in children with physical disabilities
- To understand weight management challenges families experience when a child has physical disabilities
- To be aware of available resources that can support positive weight-related conversations with families
Didactic Speaker
Dr. Amy McPherson, PhD
Senior Scientist
Didactic Materials
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