A qualitative exploration of potential determinants of accelerated summer weight gain among school-age children: perspectives from parents.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:There is growing evidence that school children in the United States gain weight more rapidly during the summer than the school year, but few studies have explored the causes of this phenomenon. The goal of this study was to qualitatively explore potential determinants of accelerated summer weight gain by interviewing parents of school-age children. METHODS:Key informant interviews were conducted with parents of third and fourth grade students enrolled in a school-based physical activity intervention in three peri-urban communities in Eastern Massachusetts. A structured interview guide was developed to assess school year and summertime differences in child diet, physical activity, daily routine, and family rules. Interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were

SUBMITTER: Tanskey LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6854753 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature