International Research Journal of Education and Technology

Childhood obesity is one of the most pressing public health concerns of the 21st century. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adolescents aged 5–19 has risen dramatically from just 4% in 1975 to over 18% in 2016. This sharp increase is alarming because obesity not only affects a child’s physical health but also has far-reaching consequences on their psychological and emotional well-being. Amid this crisis, pediatric nurses emerge as silent warriors who hold the potential to make a significant difference.