The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes not only the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep for child health but also the significance of referring children and adolescents to community resources, e.g. Intensive Healthy Behavior and Lifestyle Treatments such as MEND. This approach aims to provide comprehensive support and promote healthier lifestyles among families, by leveraging local programs and initiatives designed to enhance social-emotional wellness and physical health. For a detailed exploration of these strategies, Dr. Sacher, Product and Science Director at Healthy Weight Partnership recommends reading the full report on their website.

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