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Olivia Southwell1, John R E Fox
1Division of Clinical Psychology, University of Manchester, UK.
Objectives:
To develop a theoretical framework for understanding maternal perceptions of overweight and obesity in children.
Method:
Semi-structured interviews with 12 mothers of overweight or obese children recruited via the paediatrician or local weight management group. Interviews were transcribed and analysed using Grounded Theory methodology.
Results:
Using Grounded Theory, a theoretical understanding of maternal perceptions of overweight and obesity in children was developed using the two over-arching core categories of 'Good mum/bad mum' and 'Resilience'.
Conclusion:
Results supported findings uncovered in previous research and also expand on these findings by offering explanations about the psychological mechanisms that may mediate maternal misperceptions of overweight.
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