Family context as it relates to weight-related behaviors in preadolescent African American girls.

作者信息

Dalton William T, Klesges Lisa M, Sherrill-Mittleman Deborah, Stockton Michelle B, Allen Suzanne, Klesges Robert C

机构信息

Department of Psychology, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, USA.

出版信息

Am J Health Behav. 2011 May;35(3):269-79. doi: 10.5993/ajhb.35.3.2.

OBJECTIVE

To examine family context in relation to body image, weight concerns, and weight control behaviors in preadolescent African American girls.

METHODS

Cross-sectional baseline data were analyzed from 303 African American girls 8 to 10 years old and a caregiver in the Girls health Enrichment Multi-site Studies Phase 2(GEMS), an obesity prevention intervention trial.

RESULTS

Fruit, juice, and vegetable accessibility and family support for healthy eating and physical activity were significantly related to girls' body image and weight control behaviors.

CONCLUSIONS

A comprehensive understanding of family factors may improve future programs aimed at preadolescent girls.