TY  - GEN
T1  - Social justice and the urban obesity crisis : implications for social work
A1  - Delgado, Melvin
LA  - English
PP  - New York
PB  - Columbia University Press
YR  - 2013
UL  - https://ebooks.jgu.edu.in/Record/jstor_eba_ocn836406711
AB  - "Urban America is in the midst of an obesity crisis caused by more than just biology and diet. A number of economic, cultural, and contextual factors are causing this epidemic, which can create chronic health conditions for those least able to manage them. Despite scholars' best efforts to tackle the issue, the problem persists, largely because its social and economic drivers are so subtle and systemic. By considering urban obesity through a social justice lens, this book is the first to help social workers and others develop targeted interventions for truly effective outcomes. Melvin Delgado focuses on urban obesity in populations of color -- among the hardest hit in the United States -- and dissects the issue from individual, family, group, community, and policy perspectives. After an overview surveying the history of urban obesity in communities of color, anti-obesity policies and programs, and the role of social work in addressing this threat, Delgado moves through the social, ecological, environmental, and spatial aggravators of urban obesity, such as the food industry's nefarious advertising strategies, which promote unhealthy choices and behaviors; the failure of local markets to provide good food options; the lack of safe spaces in which to exercise; and the paucity of heath education. He analyzes recent, national statistics in terms of obesity among various groups; explores the connection between foodstamps and obesity; and reveals the financial and social consequences of this issue for society as a whole. Delgado concludes with recommendations for effective health promotion programs, such as youth-focused interventions, community gardens, and community-based food initiatives, and a unique consideration of urban obesity in relation to acts of genocide and the integrity of national defense."--The publisher.
OP  - 445
CN  - RA645.O23 D45 2013eb
SN  - 9780231534253
SN  - 0231534256
SN  - 9780231160087
SN  - 0231160089
SN  - 9780231160094
SN  - 0231160097
KW  - Obesity : Social aspects.
KW  - Social service.
KW  - Urban health.
KW  - Social justice.
KW  - Obesity : psychology
KW  - Social Work
KW  - Urban Health
KW  - Obesity : prevention & control
KW  - Socioeconomic Factors
KW  - Social Justice
KW  - United States
KW  - Obésité : Aspect social.
KW  - Service social.
KW  - Santé urbaine.
KW  - Justice sociale.
KW  - SOCIAL SCIENCE : Social Work.
KW  - POLITICAL SCIENCE : Public Policy : Social Security.
KW  - POLITICAL SCIENCE : Public Policy : Social Services & Welfare.
KW  - Urban health
KW  - Social service
KW  - Social justice
KW  - Obesity : Social aspects
ER  -