Weight problems often begin in childhood or adolescence.
The overweight teenager struggles with a changing and sometimes difficult social world and growing independence from parents, which may be complicated by conflicts about weight and dieting. Weight control doesn’t get any easier during adolescence. This is the reason why we created this program especially for teens who choose to work on their weight and related issues. The goal of the program is to help teenagers deal effectively with their weight, without becoming chronic yo-yo dieters or developing eating disorder symptoms. Although the adolescent program is based on the same approach as our adult program, it is modified to address specific developmental issues and challenges.
How the program works
Initial Assessment Teenage patients and their parents are first seen by our medical doctor and psychologist to evaluate their physical and psychological condition and to develop an appropriate treatment plan. Treatment Our program is individualized, beginning with a 3-month treatment period, followed by additional help as needed.
If your teenager is struggling with weight issues, come and see us, the specialists in comprehensive obesity care.
