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Adolescent Obesity: A Study Of The Effects Of Parent Attitudes On Physical Activity, John Arthur Fieldhouse
Adolescent Obesity: A Study Of The Effects Of Parent Attitudes On Physical Activity, John Arthur Fieldhouse
Theses Digitization Project
Examines the relationship between parent attitudes toward physical activity and physical activity in adolescents. One hundred forty-two students at Beaumont High School (Riverside County, California) completed a survey measuring their physical activity level, exercise self-efficacy, and their attitudes toward exercise. One hundred seven parents completed surveys measuring only their attitudes toward exercise. Results indicate that there is not a significant relationship between parental attitudes toward exercise and adolescent physical activity. Results also indicate that parent attitude toward physical activity is positively correlated with exercise self-efficacy in adolescents. In addition, the results indicate that gender is not a significant mediator in …
Why Parents Choose A Two Way Immersion Program For Their Children, Elisa Maria Barr
Why Parents Choose A Two Way Immersion Program For Their Children, Elisa Maria Barr
Theses Digitization Project
This project investigates the reasons parents cite for enrolling their children in a bilingual alternative program, Two Way Immersion (Dual Immersion).
Parents' Perspectives And Barriers Regarding Childhood Overweight, Sharon Trower Vejnar
Parents' Perspectives And Barriers Regarding Childhood Overweight, Sharon Trower Vejnar
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to explore parent perceptions about their children's weight and the perceived barriers to implementing healthy eating habits and patterns of physical activity for their children.