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Minority Adolescents At Risk For Obesity: Health Behaviors And Perceptions, Linda D. Jones
Minority Adolescents At Risk For Obesity: Health Behaviors And Perceptions, Linda D. Jones
Master's Projects
The purpose of this study was to examine behaviors related to nutrition and physical activity of inner-city minority adolescents, and their perception of normal weight and overweight. The research study used a descriptive, non-experimental design which had a convenience sample of thirty-seven 8th grade minority adolescents who attended a chartered urban K-8 grade school in Northern California. There were no statistically significant differences in the results, however, over 50% of the students reported not eating the recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables. Another 68% reported participating more than 30 minutes in exercising or playing sports during physical education class. …
The Relationship Between Parental Physical Activity Levels And Their Child's Body Mass Index, Juracia Carbajal
The Relationship Between Parental Physical Activity Levels And Their Child's Body Mass Index, Juracia Carbajal
Master's Projects
This study compared the relationships between parental physical activity levels and their child's body mass index (BMI) using a convenience sample of volunteer parents at a school-based health clinic. Anonymously, parents completed a seven-question survey utilizing the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). The data analysis indicated that parental physical activity did not have a significant influence on a child's BMI. Forty-two percent of the children were overweight or at risk for overweight, demonstrating the need for increased physical activity and improved nutritional guidance. The school nurse has a significant role in providing education about health, nutrition, and obesity prevention strategies …