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Randomized Controlled Trial
. 2013 Jan;18(1):65-77.
doi: 10.1111/jspn.12008.

Authoritative feeding behaviors to reduce child BMI through online interventions

Marilyn Frenn  1 , Jessica E Pruszynski, Holly Felzer, Jiannan Zhang
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Randomized Controlled Trial

Authoritative feeding behaviors to reduce child BMI through online interventions

Marilyn Frenn et al. J Spec Pediatr Nurs. 2013 Jan.

Abstract

PURPOSE.: The purpose of the study was to examine the feasibility and initial efficacies of parent- and/or child-focused online interventions and variables correlated with child body mass index percentile change. DESIGN AND METHODS.: A feasibility and cluster randomized controlled pilot study was used. RESULTS.: Recruitment was more effective at parent-teacher conferences compared with when materials were sent home with fifth- to eighth-grade culturally diverse students. Retention was 90% for students and 62-74% for parents. Authoritative parent feeding behaviors were associated with lower child body mass index. A larger study is warranted. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS.: Online approaches may provide a feasible option for childhood obesity prevention and amelioration.

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