Family structure and the association with physical activity-Findings from 40 countries participating in the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) study.
Ellen HaugOtto Robert Frans SmithKwok NgOddrun SamdalAdilson MarquesAlberto BorraccinoJaroslava KopcakovaLeila OjaAnne-Siri FismenPublished in: PloS one (2024)
Family structure correlated with PA, but cross-country differences exist. The findings are relevant for the development of policies and programs to facilitate PA, especially in countries where living with one versus two parents was unfavourable. Additional country-specific research is needed to identify challenges for engaging in PA related to family structure.