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Direct linkKubik, Martha Y.; Davey, Cynthia; Fulkerson, Jayne A.; Sirard, John; Story, Mary; Arcan, Chrisa – American Journal of Health Behavior, 2009
Objective: To determine prevalence and correlates of overweight among adolescents attending alternative high schools (AHS). Methods: AHS students (n=145) from 6 schools completed surveys and anthropometric measures. Cross-sectional associations were assessed using mixed model multivariate logistic regression. Results: Among students, 42% were…
Descriptors: High Schools, Obesity, Incidence, Health Conditions
Kubik, Martha Y.; Fulkerson, Jayne A.; Story, Mary; Rieland, Gayle – Journal of School Health, 2006
School-based body mass index (BMI) screening and parent notification programs have been recommended as a childhood overweight prevention strategy. However, there are little empirical data available to guide decision making about the acceptability and safety of programs. A pilot study was conducted using a quasiexperimental research design. In fall…
Descriptors: Body Composition, Parent Attitudes, Parents, Elementary School Students
