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Impact of the Mass Media on Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Psychological Well-Being and Physical Activity. Structural Equation Analysis

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  • Rafael Marfil-Carmona

    (Faculty of Education Sciences of Granada, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain)

  • Manuel Ortega-Caballero

    (Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences of Melilla, University of Granada, 52005 Melila, Spain)

  • Félix Zurita-Ortega

    (Faculty of Education Sciences of Granada, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain)

  • José Luis Ubago-Jiménez

    (Faculty of Education Sciences of Granada, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain)

  • Gabriel González-Valero

    (Faculty of Education and Sport Sciences of Melilla, University of Granada, 52005 Melila, Spain)

  • Pilar Puertas-Molero

    (Faculty of Education Sciences of Granada, University of Granada, 18011 Granada, Spain)

Abstract

Background: The influence of mass media on emotions, subjective well-being and behaviours in society should be clearly understood. Physical-health education has an important role to play as a preventive tool. The aim of this study was to develop an explanatory model regarding the relationships between mass media, psychological well-being, physical activity, Mediterranean diet and age and to compare the model with multi-group analysis according to gender. Methods: A descriptive, non-experimental, cross-sectional design was used, with 634 participants between 18 and 66 years old (M = 35.18 ± 9.68). Results: Structural equation modeling was found to be satisfactory for all parameters. Results show that mass media have a significant direct influence on well-being, with negative effects on physical activity and adherence to a Mediterranean diet. The model fitted better for males in terms of gender differences, showing a better fit of psychological well-being being associated with higher levels of physical activity and better adherence to the Mediterranean diet. Among women, no relationships were found between mass media pressure and psychological well-being and healthy physical habits, but higher personal satisfaction was associated with better physical activity and better dietary patterns. Conclusions: Thus, the study approaches society to a perspective influenced by mass media and physical-health education, reporting and emphasizing the importance of healthy lifestyles.

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  • Rafael Marfil-Carmona & Manuel Ortega-Caballero & Félix Zurita-Ortega & José Luis Ubago-Jiménez & Gabriel González-Valero & Pilar Puertas-Molero, 2021. "Impact of the Mass Media on Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet, Psychological Well-Being and Physical Activity. Structural Equation Analysis," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(7), pages 1-13, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:18:y:2021:i:7:p:3746-:d:529714
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