Home environment factors associated with child BMI changes during COVID-19 pandemic.

Carolyn F McCabeG Craig WoodGregory J WelkAdam CookJennifer Franceschelli-HostermanLisa Bailey-Davis

Published in: The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity (2024)

This study provides additional insight into the changes in the rate of BMI change observed among children and adolescents in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic. The FNPA provides ample opportunity to continue our exploration of the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the longitudinal growth patterns among children and adolescents.

Keyphrases

body mass index
weight gain
healthcare
mental health
cross sectional
physical activity