Am I fat? Examining the psychology of a child's self-image

There is more going on behind the scenes when your child asks you, "Am I fat?"

That's according to clinical psychologist, Dr. Katherine Henderson, an expert in the area of speaking to your child about issues of obesity and self-image doubts.

She joined Ontario Today from Noon to 1 p.m. ET before continuing the discussion for a live chat here from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Read below for a recap of the conversation and listen here for the discussion on Ontario Today. You can also click here for one call from the hour-long show.