Social Inequality Increases the Risk of Overweight and Poor Well-being Among Young People

Young people from families with low socioeconomic status are significantly more likely to develop overweight and experience poor well-being. This is shown in the report, which draws on data from the Danish Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study.

The report Trends in Social Inequalities in Adolescent Overweight and Low Mental Health and Well-being was prepared by the National Institute of Public Health at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) on behalf of the Centre for Childhood Health. It is based on data from the Danish Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study, which regularly monitors children’s health and well-being.

The latest figures highlight why social inequality is a key focus of the Centre for Childhood Health’s health promotion and well-being initiatives targeting children and young people.

(The report is in English.)