The primary aim of this study was to examine a range of potential behavioral and
maternal/paternal correlates of adiposity in children. Secondary aims were to examine (a) …

Introduction The global increase in childhood overweight and obesity has been ascribed
partly to increases in children's screen time. Parents have a large influence on their …

Objective: To examine relationships between parenting styles and practices and child
moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and screen time. Methods: Participants were …

Background The aim of this study is to explore the association between family-related factors
and excessive time spent on screen-based activities among school-aged children. Methods …

This study investigates whether more physically active parents bring up more physically
active children and whether parents' level of physical activity helps children achieve step …

Parents influence children's obesity risk factors but are infrequently targeted for
interventions. This study targeting low-income parents integrated a community-based …

Objectives The aim was to evaluate the impact of the 'H ealthy D ads, H ealthy K ids'
programme on fathers' and mothers' activity‐and diet‐related parenting practices. Methods …

Objective: Parents take an important role in a child's development, but there is currently
limited information on parental correlates with children's health behaviour. The purpose of …

Background Parents' behaviors, practices, beliefs, and attitudes greatly influence children's
active play behavior; however, little research has examined these parental influences on …

Background: Childhood obesity has increased dramatically during the past thirty years.
Parents are key persons in their children's lives and their efforts to create healthy lifestyles …