Parents of children and adolescents knowledge, attitude, and practice toward metabolically healthy obesity: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Understanding parental knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding metabolically healthy obesity (MHO) in children and adolescents is crucial. This study aimed to assess the KAP levels of parents concerning MHO and identify factors influencing these levels.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted at Jiangsu Provincial People's Hospital (June 28, 2023-August 3, 2023). 534 valid questionnaires were collected. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, univariable/multivariable regression, and Spearman correlation to determine KAP levels and influencing factors. Cronbach's α was 0.890.

Results

Median scores were 11 (IQR: 7-13; maximum 18) for knowledge, 32 (IQR: 30-35; maximum 40) for attitude, and 32 (IQR: 27-35; maximum 40) for pra

SUBMITTER: Zhong F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12592141 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature