Family influence on physical activity : exploring the nature of reciprocal relationships

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dc.contributor.authorZebedee, Janelle Ann.en_US
dc.contributor.supervisorGibbons, Sandra Louiseen_US
dc.date.accessioned2008-04-10T06:03:37Z
dc.date.available2008-04-10T06:03:37Z
dc.date.copyright2005en_US
dc.date.issued2008-04-10T06:03:37Z
dc.degree.departmentSchool of Physical Education
dc.degree.departmentSchool of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education
dc.description.abstractThe National Population Health Survey (CFLRI, 1998199) indicates an alarming 58% of Canadian youth are physically inactive. As well, 59% of Canadian women and 52% of Canadian men are also physically inactive (CFLRI, 1998199). Given the benefits of physical activity to health, it is essential to learn more about the nature of family influence on physical activity. This study was an exploration towards better understanding the reciprocal relationship between parents and children's physical activity behavior. Social Cognitive Theory provided a theoretical framework to investigate the nature of the family socialization process. Qualitative methods examined the relationship and influence between parents and children's choice to be physically active. Focus group discussions were conducted with children and parents to understand influences on their physical activity. Common themes were identified to gain insight into the social interaction between children and parents. A better understanding of reciprocal family influence on physical activity behavior will help foster interventions and new ideas to promote physical activity, thereby enhancing the quality of life for children and their parents.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/1828/747
dc.subject.lcshExerciseen_US
dc.subject.lcshExercise for childrenen_US
dc.titleFamily influence on physical activity : exploring the nature of reciprocal relationshipsen_US

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