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With the rising prevalence rates of child and adolescent obesity over the last several decades, it is important to examine the extant research to inform future research. The aim of this paper was to review and critique research investigating familial correlates of child and adolescent obesity in the last decade. A literature review was conducted between March 2008 and December 2008. Studies published after 2000 that assessed familial associations with child and adolescent obesity in the parental, family functioning, and sibling domains were included in the review. A total of 80 studies met the inclusion criteria. The majority of studies focused on the parental domain. Substantial evidence indicates an association between authoritative parenting style and child/adolescent lower BMI, healthy dietary intake, and physical activity. Also, research on family meals has consistently shown an …