Determinan Obesitas Remaja di SMAN 3 Watansoppeng pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19

Abstract

The problem of obesity is a major health problem in Indonesia. In adolescents, the incidence of obesity is a serious problem because it will continue into adulthood. Adolescents who are obese and not treated will result in a risk of cardiovascular disease such as hypertension and metabolic kidney disorders, cancer and potentially social phobia disorders. This study aims to determine the determinants of obesity at Public High School 3 Watansoppeng during the covid-19 pandemic. The type of research used is quantitative research with a cross-sectional approach. Based on the results of the analysis, it showed that there was a relationship between physical activity (0.001) and obesity in adolescents at Public High School 3 Watansoppeng. Researchers suggest for health workers to increase counseling and counseling as well as guidance for adolescents to be able to prevent obesity.