Cross-lagged associations between behaviour problems and obesity in head start preschoolers.

Tiffany L Martoccio Neda SenehiHolly E Brophy-HerbAlison L MillerMildred A HorodynskiNiko KacirotiDawn ContrerasKaren E PetersonJulie C Lumeng

Published in: Pediatric obesity (2020)

Findings suggest that behaviour problems, particularly externalizing behaviours, are prospectively related to childhood obesity, and early prevention methods should reflect sex-specific modifications.

Keyphrases

mental health
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
type diabetes
weight gain
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physical activity
body mass index
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