The contribution of this research lies in its dual approach to the question of physical activity
(PA) among adolescents, combining objective measurement of PA by teenagers and a …

Objective: Physical self-concept and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) are
fundamental components of adolescents' health and well-being. Previous research suggests …

Physical activity has positive effects on self-esteem and sense of belongingness and vice
versa. The experience sampling method allows for a level of analysis of the within-subject …

Purpose Physical activity is associated with an array of physical and mental health benefits
among children and adolescents. The development of self-worth/self-esteem has been …

Children's positive perceived motor competence (PMC) provides motivation for physical
activity. Theoretically young children (< 8 years) have inflated PMC but as children …

A large majority of Swedish children do not reach the recommended daily activity level.
Some, but not all, studies show that extra physical activity may have positive effects on …

Background: Physical activity provides fundamental health benefits and plays a positive role
in physical well-being. The aim of this present study was to investigate whether a 6-month …

Introduction: Body size perception and attitudes towards the body (eg, body dissatisfaction)
are two distinct but interconnected components of body image. The relationship between …

Objectives To compare self-perceived global self-esteem (GSE) and physical self-esteem
(PSE) among children and adolescents aged 11 and 14 years in Southeastern Sweden …

This timely volume addresses issues related to the mental health and health-related quality
of life of adolescents through a study with three groups: those with physical, intellectual, and …