Cognitive Function and Body Mass Index in Children and Adolescents

Cognitive Function and Body Mass Index in Children and Adolescents

The child will complete computerized tasks and paper-pencil test, and will be presented with symbols, letters, or numbers on a computer screen and asked to respond by pressing a button on the computer. Before each task a researcher will explain the instructions of the task and assess if the child needs a break before completing the next task. While the child is completing computerized tasks, the parent/guardian will be asked to fill out paper-pencil questionnaires about the child and to sign a release of medical information form so that we can study how physical markers of health effect cognition.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Local population (based on ethnicity)
• Healthy or overweight/obese

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of developmental delay or disorders
• History of any medical conditions ( that may impact the development)