Weight status and perception of body image in children: the effect of maternal immigrant status

Weight status and perception of body image in children: the effect of maternal immigrant status

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Recent studies have shown that body image perception is an important factor in weight control and may be influenced by culture and ethnicity. The aim of the present study was to assess the relationship between immigrant status of the...

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Main Authors: Gualdi-Russo Emanuela, Manzon Vanessa, Masotti Sabrina, Toselli Stefania, Albertini Augusta, Celenza Francesca, Zaccagni Luciana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-10-01
Series:Nutrition Journal
Subjects:
Weight status
Body image perception
Thinness
Overweight
Immigrant status
Online Access:http://www.nutritionj.com/content/11/1/85

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