BMI and attitudes and beliefs about physical activity and nutrition of parents of adolescents with intellectual disabilities

摘要: Background  The purpose of this study was: (1) to evaluate the beliefs, attitudes and behaviours associated with nutrition physical activity parents adolescents intellectual disabilities (ID); (2) determine if these variables related body mass index (BMI) parents' BMI; (3) investigate perception their child's weight status was accurate. Methods  A survey used collect information on BMI beliefs about from (n = 207) ID attending schools participating in Best Buddies Program. Results  Approximately 45% were overweight or obese over two-thirds either obese. There a significant difference by description, F3,158 = 72.75, P < 0.001. Factor analysis questions revealed three factors (Factor 1 – Family Healthy Habits, 2 Parental Role 3 Activity) extracting 63% variance. significantly correlated Factors 3. Children categorised as having lower had who agreed more (r = −0.22, P < 0.005) being role models. correlation between for both frequency fast foods purchased. Conclusion  Efforts need be made provide tailored how they can assist child managing weight. This should emphasise important part play models providers healthy choices well nutrition.