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Family-based physical activity interventions and family functioning: A systematic review.
Ryan E Rhodes1, Heather Hollman1, Wuyou Sui1
1University of Victoria, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
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|February 7, 2023
Summary
Family physical activity (PA) interventions show mixed results on family functioning. However, they can improve family cohesion in school-aged children and enhance family organization, especially with targeted approaches.
Area of Science:
- Family Health
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Family physical activity (PA) offers numerous health advantages.
- The impact of PA interventions on overall family functioning remains under-evaluated.
Conclusions:
- Family PA interventions can enhance family cohesion and organization, particularly for families with young school-aged children.
- Further high-quality research using randomized trials is recommended.
- Future studies should target specific intervention and sample characteristics for clearer effectiveness data.
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