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Parental input and weight concerns among elementary school children

Linda Smolak, Michael P. Levine, Florence Schermer

International Journal of Eating Disorders · 1999 · 309 citations · 18 references

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Abstract

Parental comments and modeling do appear to affect elementary school children's weight and shape-related attitudes and behaviors. Such parental behavior may be an appropriate target in prevention programs.

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