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Association between perceived discrimination and physical activity among adolescents
Carlos Martins Neto1, Susana Cararo Confortin1, Alice Bianca Santana Lima1
1Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal do Maranhão. R. Barão de Itapary 155, Centro. 65020-070 São Luís MA Brasil. carlosneto91@hotmail.com.
Ciencia & Saude Coletiva
|September 22, 2022
Summary
Perceived discrimination impacts adolescent physical activity differently based on gender. While it
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Perceived discrimination is a significant stressor linked to adverse physical and mental health outcomes.
- Understanding its impact on health behaviors like physical activity is crucial for adolescent well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the direct and indirect associations between perceived discrimination and physical activity in adolescents.
- To examine the mediating role of common mental disorders (CMD) in this relationship.
- To explore potential sex-based differences in these associations.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving 2,484 adolescents (aged 18-19) from São Luís, Maranhão.
- Structural equation modeling (SEM) was employed to analyze direct and indirect effects.
- Sex was analyzed as a potential effect-modifying variable.
Main Results:
- Perceived discrimination showed a direct positive association with physical activity in women.
- An indirect association was found where perceived discrimination led to lower physical activity through common mental disorders in both men and women.
- Gender significantly modified the relationship between perceived discrimination and physical activity.
Conclusions:
- Perceived discrimination influences adolescent physical activity, with effects varying by gender.
- Common mental disorders act as a mediator, linking discrimination to reduced physical activity.
- These findings highlight the importance of addressing discrimination and mental health to promote healthy behaviors in adolescents.
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