Simulation Models of Obesity: A Review of the Literature and Implications for Research and Policy

Published: May 2011

ID #: 63048

Journal: Obes Rev

Authors: Levy DT, Mabry PL, Wang YC, et al

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The article presents an overview of existing simulation models (SMs) for obesity, discusses their strengths and weaknesses and suggests directions for future research. The authors conclude that SMs can serve as a summary of knowledge and a structure for improving knowledge and understanding of the complex factors contributing to obesity.

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Keyword: Body mass index (BMI)

Focus Area: Healthy Communities

Resource Type: Journal Article

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