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CATCH: family process evaluation in a multicenter trial

C C Johnson1, S K Osganian, S B Budman

  • 1Tulane University Medical Center, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana 70112.

Health Education Quarterly
|January 1, 1994
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The Child and Adolescent Trial for Cardiovascular Health (CATCH) program enhanced school-based cardiovascular health education by involving families. This study evaluated the participation and effectiveness of the family component in improving children's health behaviors.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Pediatric Health
  • Health Education

Background:

  • Childhood health behaviors are significantly influenced by the home environment.
  • School-based health programs may achieve greater impact with integrated family involvement.
  • The Child and Adolescent Trial for Cardiovascular Health (CATCH) aims to improve cardiovascular health in elementary students.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a home-based program complementing a school-based cardiovascular health intervention.
  • To assess the impact of family involvement on students' dietary intake of fat and sodium.
  • To document participation rates in the family-based components of the CATCH program.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized design involving school-only, school-plus-family intervention, and control schools across multiple sites.

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  • The family intervention included home-based curricula and 'Family Fun Nights' focusing on nutrition and physical activity.
  • Process evaluation methods were used to measure participation in the family program.

    • Main Results:

    • Third-grade 'Family Fun Nights' achieved an average student participation rate of 67%.
    • The average family member to student ratio was approximately 2:1.
    • Full participation was observed from third-grade teachers and most physical education specialists.

    Conclusions:

    • The CATCH family intervention demonstrated significant student and family engagement.
    • Family involvement is a key component in enhancing school-based health promotion programs.
    • Further research should explore the direct impact of this family involvement on health behavior changes.