ERIC Number: EJ1290693
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Apr
Pages: 12
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1059-8405
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Impact on Healthy Behaviors of Group Obesity Management Visits in Middle School Health Centers
Schapiro, Naomi A.; Green, Emily K.; Kaller, Shelly; Brindis, Claire D.; Rodriguez, Atziri; Alkebulan-Abakah, Mizan; Chen, Jyu-Lin
Journal of School Nursing, v37 n2 p87-98 Apr 2021
This mixed-methods community-based participatory pilot study examined the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of group obesity management visits offered through school-based health centers. The study was implemented through an academic-community partnership in three school health centers serving primarily Latinx and African American youth. Participants (n = 71) completed pre- and post-surveys about intention to change diet and exercise habits, knowledge and self-efficacy related to healthy eating, and social support. Focus groups were conducted after the intervention and 18 months later. Group visits were feasible and highly valued by study participants. Quantitative results showed a significant decrease in soda consumption, increased support from classmates, and an increased number of exercise days. In focus groups, youth endorsed cooking, tasting, and shopping activities, noted the importance of family involvement in behavior change, and stated that stress reduction mindfulness exercises helped to change eating habits. Implications for school-based health care and school nursing are discussed.
Descriptors: Health Behavior, Obesity, School Health Services, Hispanic American Students, African American Students, Pilot Projects, School Community Relationship, Partnerships in Education, Metacognition, Stress Management, Exercise, Cooking Instruction, Purchasing, Behavior Change, Eating Habits, Program Descriptions, Self Efficacy, Intervention, Social Support Groups, Intention, Student Attitudes, School Nurses, Middle School Students
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: Health Resources and Services Administration (DHHS), Maternal and Child Health Bureau
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: California (Oakland)
Grant or Contract Numbers: U45MC27709; UA6MC27378