An analysis of weight perception and physical activity and dietary behaviours among youth in the COMPASS study
Purpose: Weight misperceptions appear common among youth, potentially influencing their motivation to engage in health-related behaviours; however, the direction of impact remains unclear. The current study examined how weight perception influences physical activity (PA) and diet among youth. Method...
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Main Authors: | Karen A. Patte (Author), Rachel E. Laxer (Author), Wei Qian (Author), Scott T. Leatherdale (Author) |
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2016-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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