Abstract
In this article the author examines the relationship between paternalism and childhood obesity. In particular he examines the risks of paternalistic intervention in order to prevent or curtail the occurrence of obesity among young children.
Response to this Article
Kristin Voigt, Childhood Obesity and Restrictions of Parental Liberty. A Response to "Paternalism, Obesity, and Tolerable Levels of Risk"
Response to this Article
Barbara Peterson, Maternalism as a Viable Alternative to the Risks Imposed by Paternalism. A Response to "Paternalism, Obesity, and Tolerable Levels of Risk"
Recommended Citation
Merry, M. S.
(2011).
Paternalism, Obesity, and Tolerable Levels of Risk.
Democracy and Education,
20
(1), Article 3.
Available at:
https://democracyeducationjournal.org/home/vol20/iss1/3
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