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Psychosocial and Environmental Correlates of Sedentary Behaviors in Spanish Children

S Aznar1, M T Lara1, A Queralt2

  • 1PAFS Research Group, Faculty of Sports Sciences, University of Castilla-La Mancha, Toledo, Spain.

Biomed Research International
|May 25, 2017
PubMed

Insights

Sedentary behavior (SB) in children is linked to various factors like gender, physical activity, and social support. Interventions targeting these correlates can help improve children's health.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Behavioral Science
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Sedentary behavior (SB) is a growing concern in pediatric populations worldwide.
  • Understanding the psychosocial and environmental factors influencing children's SB is crucial for developing effective interventions.
  • Previous research has identified some correlates, but a comprehensive evaluation in diverse populations is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the psychosocial and environmental factors associated with sedentary behavior in a sample of Spanish children.
  • To differentiate correlates of SB between genders and across weekdays/weekend days.
  • To identify potential targets for interventions aimed at reducing children's sedentary time.

Main Methods:

  • Objective measurement of sedentary behavior (SB) and physical activity (PA) using accelerometers in 420 children (mean age 9.2 years).
  • Assessment of television viewing and potential correlates via questionnaires.
  • Mixed-model regression analysis, accounting for school clustering, to examine relationships between independent variables and SB.

Main Results:

  • Girls exhibited higher SB levels than boys; boys reported more TV viewing.
  • Higher levels of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) were negatively associated with SB in both genders.
  • Parental and friend support for PA showed inverse relationships with SB on weekdays, while parental education level predicted weekend SB in boys.
  • Positive neighborhood perceptions correlated with less TV time in boys, and mother's leisure-time PA was linked to reduced TV viewing in girls.

Conclusions:

  • Distinct psychosocial and environmental factors are associated with children's sedentary behavior.
  • Findings highlight the importance of considering gender-specific and context-dependent correlates.
  • The identified correlates offer promising targets for designing targeted interventions to promote healthier lifestyles in children.

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