Annex Publishers | www.annexpublishers.com Volume 3 | Issue 2 Impact of Technology on Childhood Obesity: Causes and Consequences Makarim M. Ali Hassan * Department of Basic Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Ti-Qar University, Iraq * Corresponding author: Makarim M. Ali Hassan, Department of Basic Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Ti- Qar University, Iraq, E-mail: mont2002@me.com Research Article Open Access Citation: Makarim M. Ali Hassan (2017) Impact of Technology on Childhood Obesity: Causes and Consequences. J Obes Overweig 3(2): 201 Abstract Keywords: Efect of Technology; Bad Eating Habits; Obsesity; Tiqar Volume 3 | Issue 2 Journal of Obesity and Overweight ISSN: 2455-7633 Childhood obesity is a condition where excess body fat negatively afects a child’s health or well-being. Te diagnosis of obesity is ofen based on BMI. Due to the rising prevalence of obesity in children and its many adverse health efects it is being recognized as a serious public health concern. Childhood obesity is increasing worldwide with more than 42 million overweight children around the world. To determine the efect of technology and bad eating habits in primary school age of Ti-Qar, descriptive study was carried out in primary schools in the province Qar the period between Dec 2013 to Apr 2014 with primary objective to do comparison between the characteristics of children with normal weight and children with overweight. A purposive (non probability) sample of (200) child who were selected which includes 100 children of normal weight, 100 overweight having age between 7-12 years. Data were collected, with structured interview by using questionnaire, that contained (8) items, included First axis demographic personal qualities Te second axis technology and its impact on childhood obesity and Te third axis poor eating habits. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistical approach(frequency percentage, mean and mean of scores). Content validity was determined through a panel of (4) experts. Te study was conducted by creating 2 group (Group-I Childrens having normal body weight and Group-II Childrens having overweight). Te result of the study revealed increased of obesity in the city’s children than children from the village. Tere is a decrease in the level of scientifc involvement of children who are overweight and there is impact on type of food (Preferred eating fried 27% compared to 93% in Group-II, Prefed eating sweet 34% in Group –I compared to 56% in group –II). Tere is signifcant impact of technology on children and that by sitting the television, computer and electronic games for long periods (37% in Group I compared to 86% in Group-II). Te researchers recommended that an education program should be designed increase information of the childhood about the risk of obesity, and educating them about the things that lead to obesity, for example, that minimize sit on television and computer and encourage them to exercise and healthy meals. Introduction Obesity, defned as being more than 45e, over ideal body weight CLB w). Body mass index (BMI) is another method of quantifying obesity. listing desirable weight” in relation to height, bone structure, sex, and age [1-8]. Prevalence of obesity in children has increased dramatically. Data from 1999-2012 indicated the 25%, of world children age 6 -19 years were considered overweight. Te incidence of overweight or near overweight American children is around 30% the trend cuts across all cold, and ethnic groups the most obese children are getting heavier racial risk [9-13]. Obesity can stem from the regular high consumption of calories. Particularly from fat resulting in excess accumulation of fatty tissue. Te obese child is most ofen less active than the leaner child. A hereditary factor is related to obesity obese children endure many psychological efects. Teir socialization skills and self-cstcm arc greatly afected. which may lead to difculties making friend and building healthy relationships. Treatment consists of diet and exercise with medical supervision, behavior modifcation, and counseling. During the school-large period children are sending more time away from home and assume more control over their daily intake of food. A minimum of 30% of calories should come from fat with only 10% coming from saturated fats and a 300-milligram daily maximum of cholesterol to prevent heart disease [14-19]. School-age children need nutritious breakfast to prevent hypoglycemia and discomfort due to hunger which may case poor concentration and shorter attention span. Te school lunch program is designed to provide nutritious meals that are attractive to avoid children. Advise parents to teach children how to make good food choices and to table, non- nutritive. highcalorie, high-fat snacks. Te rapid growth of adolescents is accompanied by increased nutritional requirements and ravenous appetite.