University Report: Physical Inactivity in Teenagers Aged 13-18

This report addresses the critical issue of physical inactivity among teenagers aged 13-18, highlighting its significant economic consequences. The study references research from the World Health Organization and other sources to illustrate the global impact on healthcare costs and GDP. The report provides insights into the negative health behaviors associated with inactivity and proposes alternative approaches, community enhancements, and system changes to mitigate the problem. These solutions include communication strategies, educational programs, and community-based initiatives designed to raise awareness and promote healthier lifestyles. The report emphasizes the need for immediate intervention to protect the health and well-being of current and future generations, underscoring the multifaceted impact of physical inactivity on a global scale.

Running head: PHYSICAL INACTIVITY IN TEENAGERS AGED 13-18 YEARS
PHYSICAL INACTIVITY IN TEENAGERS AGED 13-18 YEARS
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Executive Summary
The issue of physical inactivity among teenager between the age group of 13 to 18 years is
considered as a global public issue. From observation, it was found it has a tremendous
economic impact on the society that require speedy and direct intervention to limit the poor
quality of life that may have a detrimental effect on the present and future generation.

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Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................3
Economic Consequence of Physical inactivity among teenagers..............................................3
Conclusion..................................................................................................................................3
References..................................................................................................................................4

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Introduction
According to the new study conducted by the World Health Organization, most of the
adolescents are not adequately active; thus, putting the current and future health at risk. As
per the study, 1.6 million teenagers between the age ranges of 11 to 17 years were found to be
less active (Who.int, 2018). The aim of the report is to evaluate the economic consequence of
physical inactivity among teenagers.
Economic Consequence of Physical inactivity among teenagers
As stated by Mikaelsson et al. (2019), the global issues of physical inactiveness
among people, especially from 13 to 18 years old are the leading cause of death. It adds the
burden of non-communicable disease and this, affect the overall health status of people. This
has posed a large economic impact on individual, families and community as a whole. It has
increased the hospital-related cost that includes both direct and indirect cost of healthcare
services (Lee et al., 2017). The financial burden on the policymakers and the government has
increased in order to address the public health issues in an effective manner. The poor health
status of the population has an undeviating influence of the economic aspect or Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) growth of the country.
Conclusion
It can be concluded by stating the physical inactivity among teenagers; especially 13
to 18 years have a multifaceted impact on the health status on a global basis. The most
influential was found to be an economic consequence as it increases the medical cost in the
country, resulting in a decline in GDP rate. Therefore, it is important to address the issue on
an immediate basis.

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References
Lee, B. Y., Adam, A., Zenkov, E., Hertenstein, D., Ferguson, M. C., Wang, P. I., ... & Falah-
Fini, S. (2017). Modeling the economic and health impact of increasing children’s
physical activity in the United States. Health Affairs, 36(5), 902-908.
Mikaelsson, K., Rutberg, S., Lindqvist, A. K., & Michaelson, P. (2019). Physically inactive
adolescents’ experiences of engaging in physical activity. European Journal of
Physiotherapy, 1-6.
Who.int. (2018). Physical activity. Retrieved 18 February 2020, from
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity