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Ecological Correlates of Preschooler Obesity: A Multilevel Study

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  • Yunhee Park

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BACKGROUND- The risk factors for preschooler obesity at various levels have been identified, but little is known about the organizational-level factors of environments in which preschoolers spend long periods of time. METHODS- This study focused on factors at the organizational level and attempted multilevel modeling to appropriately estimate the effects with individual-level factors controlled. In 2013 and 2019, data from 295 and 112 preschoolers aged 2–5 years were collected, combined, and analyzed. RESULTS- At the individual level, mother’s sedentary behavior was a significant factor, while at the organizational level, teacher’s sedentary behavior was a significant factor. CONCLUSION- Focus should be placed on developing obesity risk reduction intervention for this population group. Although there no statistical significance was observed, there is a need to improve the organizational environment such as reducing screen time and shortening the duration of study-focused programs. Moreover, further investigation in a prospective study is required to determine the evidence of these proposed interventions.

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  • Yunhee Park, 2019. "Ecological Correlates of Preschooler Obesity: A Multilevel Study," Global Journal of Health Science, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 11(13), pages 1-50, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:gjhsjl:v:11:y:2019:i:13:p:50
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    • R00 - Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics - - General - - - General
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