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Parent participation plays an important part in promoting physical activity
Anna-Karin Lindqvist1, Catrine Kostenius2, Gunvor Gard2
1Department of Health Sciences, Luleå University of Technology, Luleå, Sweden; anna-karin.lindqvist@ltu.se.
Summary
Parents play a crucial role in adolescent physical activity (PA) interventions. Empowering parents and involving them in school-based programs can positively impact teens' health.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Physical activity (PA) is vital for health, yet few adolescents meet recommended levels.
- Adolescent PA is influenced by social factors, including parents, peers, and teachers.
- Low PA rates in 15-year-olds in Sweden highlight a significant public health concern.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore parents' experiences with an empowerment-inspired physical activity intervention for adolescents.
- To understand the role of parental involvement in adolescent PA promotion.
- To identify key components for successful school-based PA interventions.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interview study conducted in northern Sweden.
- 10 parents of adolescents participated in semi-structured interviews.
- Data analyzed using qualitative content analysis.
Main Results:
- Parents perceive themselves as important contributors to their adolescent's PA.
- Adolescents face numerous competing demands that challenge PA prioritization.
- The intervention positively influenced both adolescent and parental PA levels.
- Successful PA interventions require multiple components and parental engagement.
Conclusions:
- Parental participation is a key element in adolescent physical activity interventions.
- Empowerment-focused, school-based interventions with parental involvement are recommended.
- Interventions should address barriers to PA and leverage social support systems.
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