Contemporary research on parenting: conceptual, methodological, and translational issues

Researchers over the last decade have documented the association between general parenting style and numerous factors related to childhood obesity (e.g., children's eating behaviors, physical activity, and weight status). Many recent childhood obesity prevention programs are family focused and...

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Published in:Childhood obesity 2013-08, Vol.9 Suppl (s1), p.S87-S-94
Main Authors: Power, Thomas G, Sleddens, Ester F C, Berge, Jerica, Connell, Lauren, Govig, Bert, Hennessy, Erin, Liggett, Leanne, Mallan, Kimberley, Santa Maria, Diane, Odoms-Young, Angela, St George, Sara M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Culture
Humans
Life Style
Parent-Child Relations
Parenting
Pediatric Obesity - prevention & control
Social Environment
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Summary:Researchers over the last decade have documented the association between general parenting style and numerous factors related to childhood obesity (e.g., children's eating behaviors, physical activity, and weight status). Many recent childhood obesity prevention programs are family focused and designed to modify parenting behaviors thought to contribute to childhood obesity risk. This article presents a brief consideration of conceptual, methodological, and translational issues that can inform future research on the role of parenting in childhood obesity. They include: (1) General versus domain specific parenting styles and practices; (2) the role of ethnicity and culture; (3) assessing bidirectional influences; (4) broadening assessments beyond the immediate family; (5) novel approaches to parenting measurement; and (6) designing effective interventions. Numerous directions for future research are offered.
ISSN:2153-2168
2153-2176
DOI:10.1089/chi.2013.0038