Title
Eating Habits among Adolescents in Rural Southern Appalachia
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-1-2007
Description
A survey of 274 adolescents aged 14-16 years in rural Appalachia showed that unhealthy eating habits were prevalent. A few adolescents were teased about weight whereas 20.1% witnessed weight teasing almost everyday. Perception of parents' healthy eating and better social support for healthy eating were associated with healthier eating habits.
Citation Information
Wu, Tiejian; Stoots, James Michael; Florence, James E.; Floyd, Michael R.; Snider, Jeromy Blake; and Ward, Ryan D.. 2007. Eating Habits among Adolescents in Rural Southern Appalachia. Journal of Adolescent Health. Vol.40(6). 577-580. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2006.12.018 PMID: 17531770 ISSN: 1054-139X