scholarly journals Influence of the Parental Educational Level on Physical Activity in Schoolchildren

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 3920 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inés M. Muñoz-Galiano ◽  
Jonathan D. Connor ◽  
Miguel A. Gómez-Ruano ◽  
Gema Torres-Luque
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
School Students ◽  
Parental Educational Level ◽  
Watching Tv

The factors influencing physical activity participation in children are varied, although there is evidence that the educational level of parents may be one important factor. The aim of this study is to analyze the influence of parental education on the level of physical activity and the sedentary behavior of their children. The parents of 727 students, separated based on school group (preschool: n = 179; primary: n = 284; secondary: n = 230; high: n = 34), were invited to complete a series of questionnaires assessing their educational level (low, intermediate, and high) and their child’s level of physical activity and sedentary behavior. Primary school students with high- and intermediate-educated parents were found to engage in significantly more physical activity per week and spent more time engaged in homework than children with lower-educated parents. Secondary school students with higher-educated parents were found to spend significantly less time engaged in sedentary behavior than children with lower- or intermediate-educated parents, and high schoolers with higher-educated parents engaged in less tablet time than children with lower-educated parents. Multiple linear regression demonstrated that greater physical activity was precipitated by certain sedentary behaviors in children with more educated parents, such as total time watching TV (primary school), doing homework (secondary school), and total time using a tablet/similar (high school), which increased total time engaged in physical activity. These findings suggest that more educated parents may implement structured time for their children to engage in a balance of physical activity and sedentary behaviors.

scholarly journals Students’ Physical Activity Profiles According to Children’s Age and Parental Educational Level

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 516
Author(s):  
Inés M. Muñoz-Galiano ◽  
Jonathan D. Connor ◽  
Miguel A. Gómez-Ruano ◽  
Gema Torres-Luque
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Parental Education Level ◽  
Behavioral Profiles

The aim of this study was to identify different profiles of physical activity (PA) behaviors according to the school student’s age stage and their parents’ or guardians education level. Seven hundred twenty-seven students and parents of different educational stages were invited to take part in this study. The participants included, Preschool (1 to 5 years old), Primary School (6 to 11 years old), Secondary School (12 to 15 years old), and High School (16 to 18 years old). A questionnaire to assess the educational level of parents (low, intermediate, and high) and their child’s PA level and sedentary behaviors across various age stages was administered. The results showed a number of different physical activity profiles for preschool (4), primary (6), secondary (7) and high school (2) students. Primary and secondary school children’s behavioral profiles were reported to differ significantly between both physical activity levels and sedentary behaviors, while preschool students’ behavioral profiles only differed between sedentary behaviors. Higher parental education was most prevalent in clusters with significantly higher levels of PA in primary and secondary students, while there were equivocal trends for parental education level influencing behavioral profiles of high school students. These findings suggest there is some association between the behavioral profiles of student’s physical activity and sedentary behavior, and parental education level, most noticeably during the early to middle age stages.

Prevalence of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors in US High School Students by Metropolitan Status and Geographic Region

2006 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 365-380 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew E. Springer ◽  
Deanna M. Hoelscher ◽  
Steven H. Kelder
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Geographic Region ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
The South ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Tv Watching

Background:Geographic differences in the prevalence of physical activity (PA) have been found among adults in the US; similar studies have not been conducted among adolescents.Methods:Using nationally representative cross-sectional data from the CDC’s 2003 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, we estimated the prevalence of PA and sedentary behaviors by metropolitan status and geographic region.Results:The prevalence of PA was lowest and prevalence of sedentary behavior highest for urban students. Students from the South reported the lowest prevalence of PA and the highest prevalence of TV watching, while students from the West generally reported the highest PA prevalence and lowest sedentary behavior prevalence. Prevalence differences ranged from < 1.0% to > 15%, with most differences falling between 5% and 10%.Conclusions:Findings mirror regional variations previously observed in adult PA. We need to understand factors that contribute to lower PA in youth living in the South and in urban settings.

scholarly journals The Influence of Parenting Style and Parent Educational Level on Perception of HIV/AIDS Pandemic among Secondary School Students in Calabar Educatioin Zone, Cross River State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. p26
Author(s):  
Akpan, Emmanuel Mendie ◽  
Ntu N. Nkomo
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Parenting Style ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Secondary School Students ◽  
School Students ◽  
Potential Threat ◽  
Aids Pandemic ◽  
Parental Educational Level ◽  
Hiv Aids

The study sought to determine the extent to which parenting style and parental educational level influence perception of HIV/AIDS pandemic among secondary school students in Calabar Education Zone. Ever since the discovery of HIV/AIDS, concerted efforts have been made by international bodies, agencies, the government etc., to curb the scourge of the malignant virus. This effort has made many to know the potential threat the epidemic possess to human existence. However, in spite of these efforts, many students still perceive HIV/AIDS as a mirage that does not exist. Perception of HIV/AIDS refers to the amount of knowledge about causes, mode of transmission, prevention and treatment, possessed (especially intuitive), on HIV/AIDS. The main purpose of this study was to determine the influence of parenting style and educational level on perception of HIV/AIDS pandemic among secondary school students in Calabar Education Zone. The population of this study comprised of all the SS1, 2 & 3 Students and 1,200 students randomly selected as sample for this study. Data collection instrument was a facts finding questionnaire titled family variables and students perception of HIV/AIDS’ (FVSPA). The major findings were that; parenting style has significant influence on students’ perception of HIV/AIDs. Parental educational level has significant influence on students’ perception of HIV/AIDs. It was recommended that the school management in collaboration with the school guidance counsellors should frequently use forums such as PTA’s to organize trainings in order to sensitize parents on the adoption of most appropriate style of parenting for their children.

One-year changes in physical activity and sedentary behavior among adolescents: the Croatian Physical Activity in Adolescence Longitudinal Study (CRO-PALS)

2018 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lovro Štefan ◽  
Maroje Sorić ◽  
Antonela Devrnja ◽  
Vilko Petrić ◽  
Marjeta Mišigoj-Duraković
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School ◽  
Energy Expenditure ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Evaluation System ◽  
School Health ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Action Planning ◽  
School Students

Abstract Background Little is known about the concurrent change in physical activity (PA), sedentary behavior (SB) and sport participation (SP) during adolescence. The main purpose of this prospective and partly objective study was to simultaneously investigate PA, SBs and SP changes between the 1st and 2nd grades of high school in urban adolescents. Methods In this 1-year follow-up study, the participants were 81 secondary-school students (28 boys and 53 girls) aged 15.5 years at the baseline. PA was assessed with the SenseWear Armband multi-sensor activity monitor, while SBs were assessed by using School Health Action, Planning and Evaluation System (SHAPES) PA questionnaire. The SHAPES questionnaire was supplemented with two questions inquiring about SP in organized sports in school and outside of school. Results PA decreased markedly in both genders between the 1st and 2nd grades of high school. Total energy expenditure (TEE) was reduced by 13 kcal/kg/day on average in boys and by 10 kcal/kg/day in girls (p for both <0.001), while mean daily active energy expenditure (AEE) decreased by 7 kcal/kg/day (p < 0.001) and 3 kcal/kg/day (p = 0.04) in boys and girls, respectively. Similarly, the amount of moderate PA declined by 49 min/day in boys and 21 min/day in girls (p for both <0.001). At the same time vigorous PA was cut by 14 min/day (p < 0.001) and 3 min/day (p = 0.003) in boys and girls, respectively. Conversely, time spent in SBs did not show any change. Conclusion In conclusion, a decline in PA between the 1st and 2nd grades of high school was marked but was not accompanied with an increase in SBs. Policies aimed at increasing PA should be targeting the period of entering secondary school to offset the observed drop in PA.

scholarly journals An Exploration of Domain-Specific Sedentary Behaviors in College Students by Lifestyle Factors and Sociodemographics

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (18) ◽  
pp. 9930
Author(s):  
Chelsea Carpenter ◽  
Sang-Eun Byun ◽  
Gabrielle Turner-McGrievy ◽  
Delia West
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Screen Time ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Sedentary Time ◽  
Lifestyle Factors ◽  
Poor Sleep ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Female Self

College students exhibit high levels of sedentary time and/or poor lifestyle factors (e.g., poor sleep, stress, physical inactivity). It is unknown; however, in what domains college students spend their sedentary time and whether there are associations between sedentary time and these lifestyle factors. This study examined sedentary behavior of college students by domains, current lifestyle factors and sociodemographics. Undergraduates (n = 272, M age = 20 years, 79% female) self-reported their sedentary behavior, sleep, stress, physical activity, anthropometrics and sociodemographics. Sedentary time was categorized as: total, recreational screen, education and social. Students reported spending >12 h of their day sedentary on average, with over a third of this time spent in recreational screen time. All categories of sedentary time were significantly correlated with body mass index, and both total sedentary time and screen time were significantly correlated with sleep score, with poorer sleep quality associated with greater sedentary time. Physical activity was negatively correlated with social sedentary time only. Subgroups with elevated sedentary time included minority students, those with low parental education and students with overweight/obesity. Given the negative health impacts of sedentary behavior, college students would likely benefit from interventions tailored to this population which target reducing sedentary time, particularly recreational screen time.

scholarly journals Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors of Young Children: Trends from 2009 to 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 1645
Author(s):  
Fotini Venetsanou ◽  
Kyriaki Emmanouilidou ◽  
Olga Kouli ◽  
Evangelos Bebetsos ◽  
Nikolaos Comoutos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Strong Predictor ◽  
Practical Importance ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Family Affluence ◽  
School Time ◽  
Parental Educational Level ◽  
The One

Over the last decade, the lives of children in several countries, including Greece, have been affected by recession. The aim of the present study was (a) to examine time trends in physical activity (PA) and screen time (ST) of Greek preschool children, together with their family affluence (FA), from 2009 until 2018, and to explore the associations among them; and (b) to investigate the connections of parental educational level and children’s BMIs to their achieving ST (<1 h/day) and PA (11,500 steps/day) guidelines. A total of 652 children from four cross-sectional cohorts participated. PA was recorded with Omron HJ-720IT-E2 pedometers, whereas ST, family affluence (FA) and parental educational level were reported by participants’ parents. The results of the one-way ANOVAs that were computed revealed statistically significant differences among cohorts, albeit of no practical importance, in PA, ST and FA. According to the regressions calculated, neither BMI nor the educational level was related to membership in ST and PA guidelines groups. ST was a significant predictor of children’s PA in all week periods (school-time, leisure-time, weekend), whereas FA was not such a strong predictor. Multilevel interventions aiming at both ST and PA seem to be imperative for the benefit of young children’s health.

scholarly journals Obesity and Other Correlates of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviors among US High School Students

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Lowry ◽  
Sarah M. Lee ◽  
Janet E. Fulton ◽  
Zewditu Demissie ◽  
Laura Kann
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
School Students ◽  
Muscle Strengthening ◽  
Sports Team ◽  
Nutrition Study ◽  
Adult Support

Understanding correlates of physical activity (PA) can help inform and improve programs that promote PA among youth. We analyzed data from the 2010 National Youth Physical Activity and Nutrition Study, a representative sample of US students in grades 9–12. Logistic regression was used to examine associations between PA correlates (obesity, physical education classes, sports team participation, attitude toward PA, adult support for PA, and environmental support for PA) and participation in daily PA (DPA), vigorous PA (VPA), muscle-strengthening activity (MSA), viewing television (TV), and using computers or video games (C/VG). A positive attitude toward PA and adult support for PA were both associated with increased PA and decreased sedentary behavior. However, among students who lived in neighborhoods that were not safe for PA, a positive attitude toward PA was not associated with increased DPA or decreased sedentary behavior and was less strongly associated with VPA and MSA. Efforts to increase PA among youth should promote a positive attitude toward PA among youth and encourage adult family members to support their efforts to be active. Policies that promote safe neighborhoods may work synergistically with a positive attitude toward PA to increase participation in PA and decrease sedentary behaviors.

scholarly journals Physical activity and functional motor skills of primary school children in Estonia

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Liis Süda ◽  
Kerli Mooses ◽  
Iti Müürsepp
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Motor Skills ◽  
School Children ◽  
Educational Level ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Organized Sport ◽  
Parental Educational Level

The purpose of this study was to examine the physical activity (PA) and functional motor skills in 7–9-year-old children, and to find out whether participation in organized sport enhances their motor skills and fulfils the requirements for PA. To assess PA, all 38 participants (18 boys, 20 girls; mean age 8.1±0.7 years) used accelerometer and accelerometer diary during one week. Average time per day spent in sedentary, light and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was calculated. To measure motor skills, MABC-2 was used. Also, parental PA and educational level were recorded with questionnaire. PA of children was not associated with their motor skills (p>0.05). Recommendations for daily PA were fulfilled by two children (5.3%), seven children (18.4%) did not meet the recommendations in any of the measured days. Both, boys and girls spent significantly more time in sedentary on schooldays than on weekend-days (F=23.122, p0.05) with PA or motor skills. Also, parent and child PA were not significantly correlated. Average PA of children is lower than recommended. However, PA was not correlated with motor skills. The higher was parental educational level, the higher were motor skills of their child.

scholarly journals Physical and Sedentary Activity Patterns in Youths with Autism Spectrum Disorder

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 1739
Author(s):  
Chien-Yu Pan ◽  
Chia-Liang Tsai ◽  
Fu-Chen Chen ◽  
Bik C. Chow ◽  
Chih-Chia Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Primary School ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Self Report ◽  
School Level ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Tv Viewing

Little is known about the patterns of sedentary behavior and physical activity (PA) within different school levels (i.e., primary school and secondary school) and on different day types (i.e., weekdays and weekend days) among youths with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The sample was recruited from one city in Taiwan. A total of 68 male youths with ASD, aged 6–17 years, participated in the study. PA was assessed using an ActiGraph accelerometer, and sedentary behaviors (i.e., TV viewing, computer use, and reading time) were determined using a self-report log. The main findings were that (a) primary school youths with ASD were more active than secondary school youths with ASD on both weekdays and weekend days, but primary school youths with ASD also had more sedentary time than did secondary school youths with ASD on both weekdays and weekend days; (b) secondary school youths with ASD were more active but also more sedentary on weekdays compared with weekend days, but they had more screen use on weekend days compared with on weekdays. Future interventions are required to decrease sedentary behavior and increase PA to improve the health of these youths according to school level and day of the week.

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