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Barton JM, Lundquist A, Fisher MC, Fiese BH, McBride BA. Identifying elevated child weight from 3 to 24 months: Early transitions into nonparental care and to solid foods. Pediatr Obes 2024; 19:e13115. [PMID: 38520256 PMCID: PMC11081828 DOI: 10.1111/ijpo.13115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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BACKGROUND Early entry into nonparental care (NPC) and introduction to solid foods (ITS) have been linked to elevated weight, however, little research exists on the combined influence of these transitions on child weight over time. OBJECTIVES Identify groups of children based on early NPC and ITS timing and examine whether NPC-ITS groups differentially affect child weight over time. METHOD Data were drawn from STRONG Kids2 (n = 468). Primary predictors include NPC (by 3M)-ITS (< or ≥6M) groups; outcome variables include child weight-for-length/height z-scores (WFL/WFHz) (3, 12, 18, and 24 months). Multilevel regression was used to examine the NPC-ITS groups as predictors of child WFL/WFHz. RESULTS Six groups were identified: 27% Parental Care-ITS before 6M, 31% Parental Care-ITS after 6M, 12% Daycare-ITS before 6M, 14% Daycare-ITS after 6M, 10% Kincare-ITS before 6M, and 7% Kincare-ITS after 6M. Children who were in daycare (regardless of ITS) or kincare-ITS before 6M demonstrated the highest WFL/WFHz over time, compared to their parental care counterparts. CONCLUSIONS NPC-ITS combinations on child WFL/WFHz across the first 2 years of life highlight the need for a partnership approach among parental and nonparental caregivers to support the feeding of infants throughout the transition to solid foods.
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- Jennifer M. Barton
- Center for Childhood Obesity Research, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
- Child Development Laboratory, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
- Child Development Laboratory, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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McMath AL, Barton JM, Cai T, Khan NA, Fiese BH, Donovan SM. Western, Healthful, and Low-Preparation Diet Patterns in Preschoolers of the STRONG Kids2 Program. J Nutr Educ Behav 2024; 56:219-229. [PMID: 38402478 PMCID: PMC10999342 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2023.12.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Identify and describe diet patterns of children during early childhood using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). DESIGN Longitudinal data were drawn from the STRONG Kids 2 program. PARTICIPANTS Mothers were surveyed about their child's diet at 24 (n = 337), 36 (n = 317), and 48 (n = 289) months old. VARIABLES MEASURED The Block Food Frequency Questionnaire for children aged 2-7 years was used to derive diet patterns; 23 food groups were created for analyses. ANALYSIS Principal component analysis was used to obtain preliminary factor loadings, and loadings were used to form a priori hypotheses for CFA-derived diet patterns. Independent samples t tests were used to compare food groups, nutrient intakes, and child and family characteristics by CFA pattern scores above vs at/below the median. RESULTS Three diet patterns consistently emerged: (1) processed meats, sweets, and fried foods; (2) vegetables, legumes, and starchy vegetables; and (3) grains, nuts/seeds, and condiments (only 24 and 36 months). Patterns were related to differences in added sugars, dietary fiber and potassium intakes, maternal education, and household income. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Opposing healthful vs Western patterns, extant in child and adult literature, were observed across all ages. The third pattern differed between 24/36 and 48 months, representing a potential shift in food choices or offerings as children age.
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- Arden L McMath
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL; Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL; Neuroscience Program, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL; Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL; Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL.
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Barton JM, McMath AL, Montgomery SP, Donovan SM, Fiese BH. Longitudinal changes in home food availability and concurrent associations with food and nutrient intake among children at 24-48 months. Public Health Nutr 2024; 27:e62. [PMID: 38305130 PMCID: PMC10897571 DOI: 10.1017/s1368980024000375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Revised: 01/11/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To describe changes in home food availability during early childhood, including modified, developmentally sensitive obesogenic scores, and to determine whether home food availability is associated with food and nutrient intakes of children concurrently, over time. DESIGN Data were drawn from the STRONG Kids 2 longitudinal, birth cohort to achieve the study objectives. Home food availability was assessed with the Home Food Inventory (HFI) and included fifteen food groups (e.g. fruit and vegetables) and three obesogenic scores (one original and two modified). Food and nutrient intakes were measured using the Block FFQ and included twenty-seven food groups and eighteen nutrients (e.g. vitamins A and C, protein). HFI and FFQ were completed by trained researchers or mothers, respectively, at 24, 36 and 48 months. Repeated-measures ANOVA and Spearman's correlations were used to achieve the study objectives. SETTING Central Illinois, USA. PARTICIPANTS Participants were 468 children at 24, 36 and 48 months of age. RESULTS Availability of less nutritious foods and obesogenic foods and beverages increased as children aged, and availability of both nutritious and less nutritious foods were associated with child food and nutrient intake. The three obesogenic scores demonstrated similar, positive associations with the intake of energy, saturated fat, added sugars and kilocalories from sweets. CONCLUSION These findings offer novel insight into changes in home food availability and associations with food and nutrient intake during early childhood. Additional attention is needed examining antecedents (e.g. built environments, purchasing behaviours) and consequences (e.g. child diet quality and weight) of home food availability.
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- Jennifer M Barton
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
- Center for Childhood Obesity Research, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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Fiese BH, Barton JM, Sahin E. Longitudinal changes in home food availability across the first 3 years of life and associations with family context predictors. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1215894. [PMID: 37841403 PMCID: PMC10569424 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1215894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Background There is limited research tracking changes in home food availability during the first 3 years of life and whether the family context influences these changes. Objective This study examined changes in and predictors of home food availability across the first 3 years of life. Design This study utilized longitudinal data from the STRONG Kids2 birth cohort from the target child at 6 weeks to 36 months postpartum. Participants Mothers of 468 children were surveyed at 6 weeks, 3, 12, 24, and 36 months postpartum. Methods Home observations were completed by trained research assistants to complete the presence of foods in the home. The primary outcomes were the availability of 10 food groups and scores from the Home Food Inventory (HFI), including dairy (regular fat), dairy (reduced fat), processed meats, other meats and non-dairy protein, savory snacks, vegetables, vegetables (no potatoes), and three obesogenic scores. Repeated measures ANOVA were used to examine changes in the HFI food groups and obesogenic scores over time. Multilevel regressions were conducted to examine whether the presence of an older sibling, entry into childcare, and mother's return to full-time work were associated with the HFI. Results Significant changes were detected for dairy (regular fat), other meats and non-dairy protein, savory snacks, vegetables, vegetables (no potatoes), and all obesogenic scores across time. A linear trend occurred for most HFI groups, however, the third obesogenic score (without milk and cheese) was highest at 3 months, declined at 12 months, and then slowly increased from 12 to 36 months years. The presence of an older sibling was a consistent predictor of the HFI groups over time. Entry into childcare was only associated with the availability of processed meats. Conclusion The availability of food types shift as children age and their dietary needs alter. It is important to consider the whole family context such as the presence of older siblings whose dietary needs may differ from younger children. Future efforts are warranted to consider changes in food availability among diverse samples and different family structures.
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- Barbara H. Fiese
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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Cai T, Sutter C, Donovan SM, Fiese BH. The Relationship Between Maternal and Infant Sleep Duration Across the First Two Years. J Dev Behav Pediatr 2023; 44:e421-e428. [PMID: 37276363 PMCID: PMC10524561 DOI: 10.1097/dbp.0000000000001195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The first objective of this study was to determine how mother-infant sleep duration is related across the first 2 years of life. The second objective was to determine whether these relationships change across the first 2 years of life. The third objective was to understand demographic and health predictors of the relationship between maternal and child sleep. METHODS Parents of 464 infants from the STRONG Kids 2 study reported their own and infants' nocturnal sleep duration and other health information (i.e., breastfeeding) at 3, 12, 18, and 24 months postpartum. RESULTS Latent transition models revealed 2 mother-infant sleep profiles exist at 3 to 24 months. The low maternal sleep ( LMS ) pattern was characterized by lower maternal sleep duration than the recommended amount and lower infant sleep duration. The average maternal sleep ( AMS ) pattern was characterized by average maternal sleep duration meeting the recommended standard and average infant sleep duration. Approximately half of the mothers who started in the LMS profile transitioned to the AMS profile after 12 months postpartum. The sleep profiles stabilized after 12 months postpartum with limited transitions across 12 to 24 months. More infant-signaled nighttime wakings, later bedtimes, more infant sleep problems, and more exclusive breastfeeding were predictors of being in the LMS profile. CONCLUSION Mother-infant sleep profiles stabilized after age 12 months, and mother-infant sleep profiles are driven by infant sleep quality during the night. The findings suggest the need to establish a healthy sleep routine for mothers and infants in the first year of life to promote longer-term sleep hygiene.
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- Tianying Cai
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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Ju S, Iwinski S, Fiese BH, McBride BA, Bost KK. Influences of Child Temperament and Household Chaos on Preschoolers' Emotional Eating. Child Obes 2022; 18:523-532. [PMID: 35231179 PMCID: PMC9805884 DOI: 10.1089/chi.2021.0237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Background: Emotional eating has been linked to child temperament and family environment factors, such as household chaos. However, few studies have examined how child and home characteristics independently and together influence children's overeating and undereating in response to negative emotions. Objective: The current study examined associations among child temperament, household chaos, and emotional eating in children 18-24 months of age, and interaction effects were also tested. Methods: The study included an analysis sample of 371 families participating in the larger STRONG Kids2 longitudinal birth cohort study (N = 468). The Early Childhood Behavior Questionnaire was used to assess child temperament at 18 months, and the Confusion, Hubbub, and Order Scale was used to assess disorganization in the household at 24 months. Child emotional eating at 24 months was assessed using parental reports of the Child Eating Behavior Questionnaire. Results: Negative affectivity and household chaos were independently associated with child emotional overeating. Negative affectivity, effortful control, and household chaos were significantly associated with emotional undereating. No significant interactions were found. Conclusions: Child temperament and household environment independently influence emotional eating in young children, highlighting the need to consider these factors in early prevention. Longitudinal studies are warranted to determine mechanisms that may be involved in these relations.
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- Sehyun Ju
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
- Child Development Laboratory, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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Villegas E, Hammons AJ, Wiley AR, Fiese BH, Teran-Garcia M. Cultural Influences on Family Mealtime Routines in Mexico: Focus Group Study with Mexican Mothers. Children 2022; 9:children9071045. [PMID: 35884029 PMCID: PMC9318880 DOI: 10.3390/children9071045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2022] [Revised: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Mexico’s obesity rates are alarming, and experts project drastic increases in the next thirty years. There is growing interest in understanding how remote acculturation and globalization processes influence health behaviors. The present study used focus group data from a central state, San Luis Potosí, in Mexico to explore mothers’ perspectives on factors that influence family mealtime routines. Thematic analysis was used to identify barriers and facilitators to healthy mealtime routines and diet within families. Twenty-one mothers participated in the focus groups; 76% were full-time stay at home mothers, the majority were low-income (65%), and fewer than half reached a high school education. Three major themes emerged: (1) mothers do most of the visible work involving mealtime routines; (2) family meals are different today, and globalization is a contributing factor; and (3) family mealtimes are shifting to weekend events. Empowering mothers to negotiate diet with family members to build healthy routines, navigate challenges due to changing environments, and set family boundaries around technology use during mealtimes should be taken into consideration when promoting healthy behaviors with Mexican families.
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- Elizabeth Villegas
- Department of Early Childhood, Child Trends, 7315 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 1200W, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Child and Family Science, California State University Fresno, 5300 N Campus Dr. M/S FF12, Fresno, CA 93740, USA;
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Auburn University, 210 Spidle Hall, Auburn, AL 36849, USA;
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 W Nevada St., Urbana, IL 61801, USA;
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- Integrated Health Disparities Programs, University of Illinois Extension, 111 Mumford Hall, 1301 W. Gregory Dr., Urbana, IL 61801, USA;
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, Carle Illinois College of Medicine, Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2103 N. Dunlap Ave., Suite B, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
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Ju S, Iwinski S, Fiese BH, McBride BA, Bost KK. Infant temperament and mealtime distractions as predictors of preschool Children's bite speed during family mealtime. Appetite 2022; 177:106157. [PMID: 35780936 DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2022.106157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Eating behaviors are shaped at an early age, persist into adulthood, and are implicated in the development of physical health outcomes, including obesity. Faster bite speed has been identified as an obesogenic eating behavior, prompting researchers to examine child and family factors associated with children's variability in bite speed. Child temperament, involving phenotypes of reactivity and regulation, and distractions in family food contexts are fruitful areas of investigation, but few studies have examined the interplay among these factors and their associations with bite speed. To address the gap in the literature, we examined relations between early child temperament, family mealtime distractions, and children's observed bite speed. Caregiver report of child temperament at 3 months was measured using the Infant Behavior Questionnaire Very Short Form - Revised. Child mealtime distractions and bite speed were assessed using family mealtime videos that were collected during home visits when children were 18-24 months of age (n = 109). Results revealed that children who were reported to be higher on orienting/regulation at 3 months, and who were more distracted during mealtimes at 18-24 months, had relatively slower bite speeds. No significant interactions were found. The findings from this correlational study inform further investigations into the implications of early temperament and food contexts for the development of eating behaviors implicated in obesity risk.
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- Sehyun Ju
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA.
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA.
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA.
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA; Child Development Laboratory, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA; Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA.
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA.
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Burton-Obanla AA, Sloane S, Koester B, Gundersen C, Fiese BH, Arthur AE. Oncology registered dietitian nutritionists' knowledge, attitudes and practices related to food insecurity among cancer patients: a qualitative study. J Acad Nutr Diet 2021; 122:2267-2287. [PMID: 34896629 DOI: 10.1016/j.jand.2021.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Understanding the knowledge, attitudes and practices pertaining to food insecurity among oncology Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) is critical to ensuring that cancer survivors have adequate nutrition-a fundamental component of successful treatment and recovery. OBJECTIVE To qualitatively assess Oncology RDN's knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding the food access needs of their patients using a qualitative semantic approach to thematic analysis. DESIGN The qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted from September 2018 to January 2019. PARTICIPANTS/SETTING Forty-one oncology RDNs working with cancer survivors in various clinical settings across the U.S participated. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Participants completed a semi-structured, in-depth interview via telephone, lasting an average of 49 minutes. STATISTICAL ANALYSES PERFORMED Two coders (primary and secondary) trained in qualitative thematic data analysis methods used a semantic approach to thematic analysis to analyze transcripts. A qualitative and mixed methods online coding program, Dedoose, was used to organize and analyze the data. RESULTS Participants defined FI as a lack of access to nutritious foods and a lack of resources to purchase nutritious foods. RDNs stated they believe FI is a serious problem in the U.S., has a greater impact on cancer survivors than healthy individuals and they have specific concerns about FI among their own patients. Despite their concerns, most expressed that they do not use a validated tool to identify FI, nor were they aware that any exists. Only a small proportion of the RDNs stated that they regularly ask patients about their food access needs. CONCLUSIONS While Oncology RDNs have heard of FI, they do not routinely assess patients' food security status with a validated tool, nor do they consistently ask patients directly about their food access needs. These findings suggest there is a need for developing education and training opportunities for oncology RDNs in order to enhance their ability to screen for and address FI with their patients.
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- Amirah A Burton-Obanla
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois; Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois; Department of Dietetics and Nutrition, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.
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Ferguson GM, Meeks Gardner JM, Nelson MR, Giray C, Sundaram H, Fiese BH, Koester B, Tran SP, Lewis RP. Food-Focused Media Literacy for Remotely Acculturating Adolescents and Mothers: A Randomized Controlled Trial of the "JUS Media? Programme". J Adolesc Health 2021; 69:1013-1023. [PMID: 34281754 PMCID: PMC8628116 DOI: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2021.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Revised: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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PURPOSE Unhealthy eating is a major modifiable risk factor for noncommunicable diseases and obesity, and remote acculturation to U.S. culture is a recently identified cultural determinant of unhealthy eating among adolescents and families in low/middle-income countries. This small-scale randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of the "JUS Media? Programme," a food-focused media literacy intervention promoting healthier eating among remotely acculturating adolescents and mothers in Jamaica. METHODS Gender-stratified randomization of 184 eligible early adolescents and mothers in Kingston, Jamaica (i.e., 92 dyads: Madolescent.age = 12.79 years, 51% girls) determined 31 "Workshops-Only" dyads, 30 "Workshops + SMS/texting" dyads, and 31 "No-Intervention-Control" dyads. Nutrition knowledge (food group knowledge), nutrition attitudes (stage of nutritional change), and nutrition behavior (24-hour recall) were primary outcomes assessed at four time points (T1/baseline, T2, T3, T4) across 5 months using repeated measures analysis of covariances. RESULTS Compared to control, families in one or both intervention groups demonstrated significantly higher nutrition knowledge (T3 adolescents, T4 mothers: mean differences .79-1.08 on a 0-6 scale, 95% confidence interval [CI] .12-1.95, Cohen's ds = .438-.630); were more prepared to eat fruit daily (T3 adolescents and mothers: .36-.41 on a 1-5 scale, 95% CI .02-.77, ds = .431-.493); and were eating more cooked vegetables (T4 adolescents and T2 and T4 mothers: .20-.26 on a 0-1 scale, 95% CI -.03-.50, ds = .406-.607). Postintervention focus groups (6-month-delay) revealed major positive impacts on participants' health and lives more broadly. CONCLUSIONS A food-focused media literacy intervention for remotely acculturating adolescents and mothers can improve nutrition. Replication in Jamaica and extension to the Jamaican diaspora would be useful.
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- Gail M. Ferguson
- University of Minnesota,Corresponding Author: Gail M. Ferguson, Ph.D., Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota, 51 E. River Road, ChDev Rm 160, Minneapolis, MN 55455, , Phone: +1 (612) 626-3033
- Fax: +1 (612) 624-6373
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Fiese BH. An editor's reflection on the Journal of Family Psychology: 2015-2020. J Fam Psychol 2021; 35:1041-1042. [PMID: 34871007 DOI: 10.1037/fam0000818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The outgoing editor of the Journal of Family Psychology provides a reflection on the growth and impact of the journal from 2015-2020. She provides an overview of the topics covered in the journal during this period as well as special sections and special issue. She also thanks the many individuals responsible for the journal's success during this period. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved).
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Khan NA, Edwards CG, Thompson SV, Hannon BA, Burke SK, Walk ADM, Mackenzie RWA, Reeser GE, Fiese BH, Burd NA, Holscher HD. Avocado Consumption, Abdominal Adiposity, and Oral Glucose Tolerance Among Persons with Overweight and Obesity. J Nutr 2021; 151:2513-2521. [PMID: 34191028 PMCID: PMC8417923 DOI: 10.1093/jn/nxab187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2021] [Revised: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although intake of Hass avocado has been cross-sectionally linked to lower abdominal obesity, knowledge of the effects of avocado consumption on abdominal adiposity and glycemic outcomes remains limited. OBJECTIVE The effects of avocado consumption on abdominal adiposity, insulin resistance, oral-glucose-tolerance test (OGTT), and estimated β-cell function were evaluated. METHODS A total of 105 adults aged 25-45 y (61% female) with BMI ≥25 kg/m2 were randomly assigned to an intervention (N = 53) that received a daily meal with 1 fresh Hass avocado or a control (N = 52) that received an isocaloric meal with similar ingredients without avocado for 12 wk. DXA was used to assess the primary outcomes of abdominal adiposity [visceral adipose tissue (VAT), subcutaneous abdominal adipose tissue (SAAT), and the ratio of VAT to SAAT (VS Ratio)]. Fasted glucose and insulin were used to assess the primary outcomes of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), and insulin sensitivity (Matsuda index) and β-cell function (Insulinogenic index) were estimated using an OGTT. Changes between groups were compared using an ANCOVA. Secondary analyses were conducted based on sex. RESULTS The control group exhibited a greater reduction in SAAT [-54.5 ± 155.8 g (control) compared with 17.4 ± 155.1 g (treatment), P = 0.017] and increase in VS Ratio [0.007 ± 0.047 (control) compared with -0.011 ± 0.044 (treatment), P = 0.024]. Among females, the treatment group exhibited a greater reduction in VAT [1.6 ± 89.8 g (control) compared with -32.9 ± 81.6 g (treatment), P = 0.021] and VS Ratio [0.01 ± 0.05 (control) compared with -0.01 ± 0.03 (treatment), P = 0.001]. Among males, there was no significant difference between groups in changes in abdominal adiposity or glycemic outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Daily consumption of 1 fresh Hass avocado changed abdominal adiposity distribution among females but did not facilitate improvements in peripheral insulin sensitivity or β-cell function among adults with overweight and obesity.This study was registered at clinicaltrials.gov as NCT02740439.
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, Gaineville, FL, USA
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- Department of Psychology, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL, USA
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- Department of Life Science, Whitelands College, University of Roehampton, London, UK
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA,Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA,Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA,Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA,Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
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Fiese BH, Cai T, Sutter C, Bost KK. Bedtimes, Bedtime Routines, and Children's Sleep across the First Two Years of Life. Sleep 2021; 44:6149134. [PMID: 33624804 DOI: 10.1093/sleep/zsab045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2020] [Revised: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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STUDY OBJECTIVES The first objective of this study was to determine whether establishing bedtime routines in the first year of life predicts better sleep outcomes (i.e., longer sleep duration, less nighttime waking, earlier bedtime, shorter sleep latency, fewer sleep problems) across the first two years of life. The second objective was to determine whether specific adaptive bedtime activities (e.g., book reading) were associated with sleep outcomes. The third objective was to describe changes in adaptive bedtime activities (hug/kiss caregiver, say goodnight to family) across the first two years of life. METHODS Parents of 468 children from the STRONG Kids 2 birth cohort were surveyed about bedtime and bedtime routines, their child's sleep duration, nighttime waking, sleep latency and sleep problems at 3, 12, 18, and 24 months of age. RESULTS Cross-lagged panel models revealed partial evidence for reciprocal associations between bedtime routine consistency and adaptive bedtime activities and better sleep outcomes over time. Specifically, more bedtime routine consistency predicted less nighttime waking and sleep problems, and more bedtime adaptive activities predicted longer sleep duration and fewer sleep problems. DISCUSSION The findings are discussed from a developmental perspective to highlight how consistency of bedtime routines established as early as three months of age may affect sleep outcomes and that the adaptive activities associated with these routines may increase in frequency over the first two years of life.
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Sutter C, Pham GV, Yun JT, Narang K, Sundaram H, Fiese BH. Food parenting topics in social media posts: Development of a coding system, examination of frequency of food parenting concepts, and comparison across Reddit and Facebook. Appetite 2021; 161:105137. [PMID: 33493607 DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2021.105137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2019] [Revised: 01/13/2021] [Accepted: 01/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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This study presents development of a coding system to examine food parenting topics presented in posts on social media, and compared topics between two social media platforms (Facebook, Reddit). Publicly available social media posts were gathered from Facebook (2 groups) and Reddit (3 subreddits) and a coding system was developed based on the concept map of food parenting proposed by Vaughn et al. (2016). Based on the developed coding system, we coded posts into overarching food parenting practice constructs (coercive control: attempts to dominate, pressure or impose parents' will on child, structure: organization of child's environment to facilitate competence, autonomy support: supporting child's ability to self-regulate through allowing food choices, conversations about food, and a positive emotional climate) and recipes. We also coded posts dichotomously as including a question or advice-seeking. Differences in frequencies of food parenting constructs presented in posts on Facebook and Reddit were considered using chi-square tests of independence. Of the 2459 posts coded, 900 were related to food parenting (37%). In the subsample of 900, posts related to structure (43%) and recipes (40%) were the most frequent. Close to half of the posts (44%) included questions about food parenting. Frequency of food parenting topics in posts was related to social media platform, with coercive control and structure more frequently discussed on Reddit and recipes more commonly posted on Facebook. Results suggest that food parenting topics discuss on social media differ by platform, which can aid researchers and practitioners in targeting social media-based outreach to the topics of most interest for users. Findings give insight into the everyday food parenting topics and questions that parents and caregivers may be exposed to on social media. TAXONOMY: Development of Feeding; Parenting; Online Information Services.
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- Carolyn Sutter
- Outlier Research & Evaluation, UChicago STEM Education, University of Chicago, 1427 E. 60th Street, Chicago, IL, 60637, USA; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA.
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- Charles H. Sandage Department of Advertising, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA
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- Charles H. Sandage Department of Advertising, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA; Accountancy, Gies College of Business, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA; National Center for Supercomputing Applications, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA
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- Department of Computer Science, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA
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- Charles H. Sandage Department of Advertising, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA; Department of Computer Science, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, USA
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Crowder SL, Najam N, Sarma KP, Fiese BH, Arthur AE. Quality of life, coping strategies, and supportive care needs in head and neck cancer survivors: a qualitative study. Support Care Cancer 2021; 29:4349-4356. [PMID: 33415365 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05981-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this qualitative study was to better understand the lived experience of head and neck cancer (HNC) survivors between 6 months to 9 years post-radiation. Quality of life, coping strategies, concerns for the future, and preferences for supportive care were explored. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted in 31 HNC survivors from a Midwestern hospital. Interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim and analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis. RESULTS Survivors described restrictions on daily living, social eating, and financial concerns. Despite these restrictions, survivors reported an overall high mentality and enjoyment of life. Coping considerations included adapting to a new normal and increased involvement in cancer support and faith groups. Preferences for supportive care included receiving more information about and being more involved in the treatment care plan, referrals to therapy and support groups, and more comprehensive follow-up in survivorship. CONCLUSIONS While long-term HNC survivors adapt to daily living restrictions, a high proportion continue to have unmet needs. This data can guide the development of HNC survivorship interventions to inform optimal clinical guidelines based on patients' perceived needs. This qualitative study uncovered distinct perceived needs of HNC survivors which can inform future service development. Incorporating referrals to supportive care services including speech language pathologist, physical therapists, and dietitians into the standard of care before, during, and after treatment would assist survivors in adapting to life after treatment and managing long-term health consequences of their disease.
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- Sylvia L Crowder
- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 386 Bevier Hall 905 S Goodwin Ave, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA.,Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 4117 E Fowler Ave., Tampa, FL, 33617, USA
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- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 386 Bevier Hall 905 S Goodwin Ave, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Carle Cancer Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, 602 W University Ave., Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center and Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1016B Doris Kelley Christopher Hall. 904 West Nevada Street., Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 386 Bevier Hall 905 S Goodwin Ave, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA.
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Iwinski S, Cole NC, Saltzman JA, Donovan SM, Lee SY, Fiese BH, Bost KK. Child attachment behavior as a moderator of the relation between feeding responsiveness and picky eating behavior. Eat Behav 2021; 40:101465. [PMID: 33310487 PMCID: PMC10796209 DOI: 10.1016/j.eatbeh.2020.101465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2020] [Revised: 11/21/2020] [Accepted: 11/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Picky eating (PE) behavior is common in early childhood, but persistent PE is associated with unhealthy development and caregiver-child stress during feeding. Identifying modifiable feeding and parent-child relationship factors that impact PE is important for decreasing risks associated with PE. OBJECTIVE This study examined associations between caregiver Feeding Responsiveness (FR) and child PE behaviors using caregiver reports and observations of family mealtimes. An additional aim examined whether children's attachment behavior moderates this association. METHODS The analysis sample consisted of 110 families participating in a larger longitudinal study of nutrition and child health. Home observations were conducted when children were 18-24 months (52% females) to assess caregiver-child interactions. Caregivers were, on average, 30.9 years old and mostly White (73.6%). Family mealtimes were videotaped and coded for FR and child PE behaviors. Caregivers completed surveys regarding FR and PE behaviors. RESULTS Caregiver-reported FR was significantly correlated with observed FR, r (107) = 0.26, p = 0.007; and caregiver-reported PE was associated with observed PE, r (107) = 0.21, p = 0.029. Caregiver-reported FR was inversely related to observed PE, but only when children were characterized by observers to have more positively toned and smooth interactions with caregivers. Using observational data, child attachment significantly moderated the relationship between FR and PE behaviors. CONCLUSIONS The quality of caregiver-child interactions may impact the degree to which FR is effective in reducing PE. Future longitudinal studies that include more diverse populations, multiple caregivers, and potential mechanisms accounting for these associations are needed.
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- Samantha Iwinski
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America.
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America; The MITRE Corporation, Bedford, MA, United States of America
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America; Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America; Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, United States of America
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Ferguson GM, Nelson MR, Fiese BH, Meeks Gardner JM, Koester B. U.S. Media Enjoyment without Strong Media Literacy Undermines Adolescents' and Mothers' Reported Efforts to Reduce Unhealthy Eating in Jamaica. J Res Adolesc 2020; 30:928-942. [PMID: 32757471 DOI: 10.1111/jora.12571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2019] [Revised: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 06/16/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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We investigate whether media literacy and media use can moderate the association between U.S. media enjoyment and unhealthy eating among remotely acculturating "Americanized" adolescents and their mothers in Jamaica (n = 164 individuals/82 dyads; Madolescent.age = 12.83, SD = 0.48, 48% female; Mmother_age = 39.25, SD = 5.71). Socioeconomically diverse participants completed questionnaires reporting their degree of enjoyment of U.S. media (i.e., remote acculturation), media literacy (i.e., critical thinking about food media/advertising), and adherence to national dietary guidelines to reduce sugar/fat. Multilevel modeling showed that enjoying U.S. media and consuming high levels of U.S. TV plus Jamaican TV are associated with lower efforts to reduce sugar and fat. However, high media literacy, whether one's own or a close family member's, weakens or nullifies that association.
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Barton AW, Koester BD, Fujimoto EM, Fiese BH. The complexities of family mealtimes in the 21st century: A latent profile analysis. Appetite 2020; 157:105009. [PMID: 33080332 DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2020.105009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The goal of the present study was to characterize more than 500 families regarding family mealtime organization patterns. Family profiles were developed based on patterns detected across a set of sociological and psychological variables. Latent profile analyses indicated three distinct subgroups of families: Food Secure and Organized (55% of the sample), Very Low Food Security and Disorganized (27%), and Low Food Security and Organized (18%). Examination of group membership correlates revealed significant differences related to family mealtime behaviors and food preparation strategies, but not food shopping location or areas of requested change around family mealtimes. Findings highlight homogenous subgroups of families on the basis of co-occurring psychological and sociological factors pertinent to family mealtimes, with those families possessing the highest levels of risk in multiple domains also reporting family mealtime organization patterns associated with less healthy eating. Findings provide a snapshot into the organization, and complexities, of family meals for the American family today, highlighting the need for researchers and practitioners interested in promoting healthy food intake within American families to consider both psychological and sociological factors that influence family mealtime organization.
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- Allen W Barton
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, United States.
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, United States
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, United States; Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, United States
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Burton-Obanla AA, Sloane S, Koester B, Gundersen C, Fiese BH, Arthur AE. Abstract A050: Oncology Registered Dietitians’ knowledge, attitudes and practices related to food insecurity among cancer patients: A qualitative study. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2020. [DOI: 10.1158/1538-7755.disp19-a050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Introduction: Food insecurity (FI) has been associated with negative health outcomes, including poor quality of life (QOL) and chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. However, the association between FI and cancer is largely unknown. No comprehensive practice guidelines or consensus criteria currently exist regarding screening for and addressing FI in oncology clinics. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are on the front lines of nutritional care provided to patients across the cancer continuum, but it is unknown if and how oncology RDNs address FI with their patients. The purpose of this study was to assess oncology RDNs’ knowledge, attitudes and practices related to FI among cancer patients. Methods: One-on-one, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 41 oncology RDNs working at various types of cancer centers across the U.S. and recruited through the Oncology Nutrition Dietetics Practice Group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Interviews were conducted by telephone using Microsoft Lync and recorded using the audio software program, Audacity®. Interviews lasted an average of 60 minutes and were conducted by a research specialist trained according to the Ecocultural Family Interview protocol. The interviews were coded by research specialists using a semantic approach to thematic analysis. Data were analyzed using Dedoose. Results: Findings revealed that oncology RDNs are generally aware of the term “food insecurity” and can accurately define it. RDNs believe that FI is a problem for many of their patients and that cancer patients are more likely to be negatively affected by FI compared to healthy adults. RDNs identified potential adverse consequences of FI for cancer outcomes such as poor nutritional status, QOL and tolerance to treatment. Few RDNs reported that they regularly ask their patients about their ability to afford necessary food. Further, the vast majority of RDNs had not heard of or used a validated assessment tool to identify food insecure cancer patients. Conclusions: Most oncology RDNs are knowledgeable about FI and are concerned about the potential negative impact on cancer outcomes. However, most do not use a validated assessment tool to identify cancer patients who may be food insecure. These findings can inform observational or intervention work focused on screening for and addressing FI in oncology settings.
Citation Format: Amirah A Burton-Obanla, Stephanie Sloane, Brenda Koester, Craig Gundersen, Barbara H Fiese, Anna E Arthur. Oncology Registered Dietitians’ knowledge, attitudes and practices related to food insecurity among cancer patients: A qualitative study [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the Twelfth AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved; 2019 Sep 20-23; San Francisco, CA. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2020;29(6 Suppl_2):Abstract nr A050.
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Sutter C, Davis EC, Lundquist A, Koress V, Isberg K, Bryant-Cromwell M, Meline B, McBride BA, Fiese BH. Breastfeeding Information and Support Across Multiple Sources: Identifying Opportunities for Coordinated Care. Clin Lactation 2020. [DOI: 10.1891/clinlact-d-19-00017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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To support mothers to breastfeed for recommended durations, information and support are needed from multiple sources. Our previous research indicated not all mothers in our community receive support, with mothers at greater risk of breastfeeding cessation (e.g., lower educational attainment, enrolled in Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children [WIC]), receiving supports at lower rates. In addition, receiving support was not always linked to breastfeeding outcomes. Building from these findings, the current report presents a case study of one community and calls for efforts to coordinate care across contexts. Perspectives are provided by lactation professionals in WIC and hospital settings. In addition, a mother who experienced inconsistencies in information and support when she encountered breastfeeding challenges discusses her experiences. Clinical implications are provided for coordinating care across community and healthcare contexts in our community and beyond.
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Fiese BH, Gundersen C, Koester B, Waxman E. School-Based Weekend Feeding Program: A Comparison Group Design Documents Selection Efficacy and Appreciable Effects on School Attendance. Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/19320248.2019.1610538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Barbara H. Fiese
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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Villegas E, Galvez-Ortega K, Wiley A, Teran-Garcia M, Fiese BH. Environmental Factors Influencing Physical Activity Among Latino Families: A Cross-country Comparison. J Racial Ethn Health Disparities 2019; 7:528-538. [PMID: 31863308 DOI: 10.1007/s40615-019-00681-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2019] [Revised: 12/02/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study seeks to compare and contrast barriers to engage in physical activity (PA) among Latino parents in the USA and Mexico given different cultural and environmental contents. METHODS Four bilingual and bicultural trained research assistants conducted focus groups in Mexico and the USA RESULTS: There were 33 total participants. Twenty-one mothers were married; most participants had not completed above a high school education. Most participants were full-time stay-at-home mothers (59%). Analyses revealed several topics of discussion related to beliefs and barriers that contributed to family PA engagement: (1) walking is the most common form of PA for families in both countries; (2) parents believe people of all ages and genders can and should be physically active, but there are differences in access, opportunity, and ability; (3) major barriers to engaging in PA are different for those living in Mexico (safety concerns) than in the USA (weather constraints). CONCLUSION These findings have implications for behavioral interventions and understanding how environmental concerns impact Latino families trying to manage healthier lifestyles. Engaging community networks and resources can be a way to combat these barriers to promote PA in all contexts.
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- Elizabeth Villegas
- Department of Education and Child Development, NORC @ the University of Chicago, Street 55 East Monroe St. 30th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60603, USA.
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- Department of Psychological Sciences, Purdue University, 703 3rd St, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Auburn University, 210 Spidle Hall, Auburn, AL, 36849, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Division of Nutritional Sciences, Cooperative Extension, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 W Nevada St, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 W Nevada St, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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Hannon BA, Teran-Garcia M, Nickols-Richardson SM, Musaad SMA, Villegas EM, Hammons A, Wiley A, Fiese BH. Implementation and Evaluation of the Abriendo Caminos Program: A Randomized Control Trial Intervention for Hispanic Children and Families. J Nutr Educ Behav 2019; 51:1211-1219. [PMID: 31706460 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2019.08.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2018] [Revised: 08/22/2019] [Accepted: 08/26/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the methodology of a family-focused, culturally tailored program, Abriendo Caminos, for the prevention of excess weight gain in children. DESIGN Randomized control trial with outcome assessment at pretest, posttest, and 6 months after intervention or abbreviated-attention control group. SETTING Community setting across 5 sites (Illinois, California, Iowa, Texas, and Puerto Rico). PARTICIPANTS Mexican American and Puerto Rican families (parent and 1 child aged 6-18 years). A sample size of 100 families (50 intervention and 50 control) per site (n = 500) will provide adequate power to detect intervention effects. INTERVENTION Families will participate in 6 weekly, 2-hour group workshops on nutrition education through combined presentations and activities, family wellness, and physical activity. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome is prevention of excess weight gain in children; secondary outcomes include changes in child diet, specifically fruit, vegetable, and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, and changes in parents' diets and improvement of family routines. Measures will be collected at baseline, postintervention, and 6 months after. ANALYSIS Modeling to assess changes within and between experimental groups will be checked using standard methods including assessment of model fit, influence diagnostics, adjusted R2, and multicollinearity. Significance of effects will be examined using Type III tests.
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- Bridget A Hannon
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; University of Illinois Extension, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL.
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; University of Illinois Extension, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Child and Family Science, California State University, Fresno, CA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Auburn University, Auburn, AL; Child and Family Science, California State University, Fresno, CA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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Saltzman JA, Bost KK, Musaad SMA, Fiese BH, Wiley AR. Predictors and Outcomes of Mealtime Emotional Climate in Families With Preschoolers. J Pediatr Psychol 2019; 43:195-206. [PMID: 29471526 DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsx109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2017] [Accepted: 08/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Objective Mealtime emotional climate (MEC) is related to parent feeding and mental health, and possibly to child food consumption. However, MEC has been inconsistently assessed with a variety of coding schemes and self-report instruments, and has not been examined longitudinally. This study aims to characterize MEC systematically using an observational, count-based coding scheme; identify whether parent feeding or mental health predict MEC; and examine whether MEC predicts child food consumption and weight. Methods A subsample of parents (n = 74) recruited from a larger study completed questionnaires when children were about 37 months, participated in a home visit to videotape a mealtime when children were about 41 months, and completed questionnaires again when children were about 51 months old. Maternal and child positive and negative emotions were coded from videotaped mealtimes. Observational data were submitted to cluster analyses, to identify dyads with similar emotion expression patterns, or MEC. Logistic regression was used to identify predictors of MEC, and Analysis of Covariance was used to examine differences between MEC groups. Results Dyads were characterized as either Positive Expressers (high positive, low negative emotion) or All Expressers (similar positive and negative emotion). Increased food involvement feeding practices were related to decreased likelihood of being an All Expresser. Positive Expressers reported that their children ate more healthy food, compared with All Expressers. Conclusions Observed MEC is driven by maternal emotion, and may predict child food consumption. Food involvement may promote positive MEC. Improving MEC may increase child consumption of healthy foods.
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The world's most pressing health problems, such as the childhood obesity pandemic, demand creative new solutions. In this article it is argued that psychological theories, concepts, and methods are ripe for integration with those of other disciplines to synthesize innovative transdisciplinary global health solutions. As a model, the process of blending developmental and cross-cultural psychology with health and media sciences to develop a transdisciplinary intervention for youth and families in Jamaica-the J(amaican and) U(nited) S(tates) Media? Programme-is described. Jamaicans on the island are being inundated by the inflow of U.S. media, and those who have internalized U.S. culture and become "Americanized" via a process called remote acculturation are especially vulnerable to negative health habits promoted by U.S. media and advertising. In response, the JUS Media? Programme teaches critical thinking skills about food advertising (especially U.S.-produced) to decrease unhealthy eating among Americanized youth and families in Jamaica. In this article, first, transdisciplinarity is defined and distinguished from other scientific orientations (uni-, multi-, and interdisciplinarity) using the evolution of scholarship within JUS Media? Programme's transdisciplinary team as an example. Next, the application of transdisciplinary team science to global health problems is explained. As an example, the guiding transdisciplinary model for the JUS Media? Programme is described, and the cultural adaptation process used to design the JUS Media? Programme for Jamaican families is detailed. Finally, there is a reflection on best practices for transdisciplinary team leadership and collaboration. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved).
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Fiese BH, Hammons A, Koester B, Garcia GL, Parker L, Teegarden D. Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Research Sciences (TOPRS) Curriculum Increases Knowledge About Complex Causes and Consequences of Obesity for Undergraduate Students. Front Public Health 2019; 7:232. [PMID: 31482083 PMCID: PMC6710450 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2019.00232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2019] [Accepted: 08/02/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Most researchers and public health officials would agree that the causes and consequences of obesity are complex and multi-faceted. However, curricula designed to address these complexities are limited and often guided by a single discipline. The purpose of the Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Research Sciences (TOPRS) program was to develop a “flip-the-classroom” curriculum on obesity prevention across multiple disciplines such that students would gain an appreciation of the complex origins of obesity. The curriculum is based on the 6 C's model (cell, child, clan, community, country, culture) that proposes a cell-to-society approach to obesity. Twenty video micro-lectures were developed and students were tested on content knowledge pre- and post-viewing. The curriculum was administered at three university sites to 74 undergraduate students across 23 declared majors from 2014–2016. There were significant gains in knowledge about the causes and consequences of obesity. Recommendations are offered to adopt this curriculum in undergraduate and other educational settings.
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- Barbara H Fiese
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, United States
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- Child and Family Science, California State University, Fresno, CA, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, United States
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- Evaluation and Learning Research Center, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States
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- Department of Nutrition Science, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, United States
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Saltzman JA, Musaad S, Bost KK, McBride BA, Fiese BH. Associations between father availability, mealtime distractions and routines, and maternal feeding responsiveness: An observational study. J Fam Psychol 2019; 33:465-475. [PMID: 30816780 PMCID: PMC6533123 DOI: 10.1037/fam0000519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Responsive feeding and frequency of family mealtimes are related to healthier eating behaviors and weight outcomes in children and adolescents. Distractions at mealtimes are related to greater intake of unhealthy food and a less positive mealtime emotional climate. However, there is little understanding of the effects of routines and father availability on distractions at family meals, and there is limited research investigating the effects of distractions among all family members on maternal feeding practices in toddlerhood. This study aims to characterize distractions at family mealtimes and examine associations between father availability, distractions, and observed responsive feeding. Descriptive analyses, nonlinear mixed models, and path analyses were conducted using observational (home-based family mealtimes) and self-report data collected from a subsample of families (n = 109) of 18- to 24-month-old children in the larger STRONG Kids 2 Study (N = 468). Between fathers, mothers, and children, families spent almost half of the mealtime distracted. Fathers and mothers engaged in about equal amounts of distractions, and children engaged in more technology-related distractions than parents. Fathers' absence at the mealtime was associated with more child distractions and less maternal feeding responsiveness. Lower paternal total distractions, maternal non-technology-object-related distractions, and higher household income were significantly associated with more observed maternal feeding responsiveness. Future research should investigate how father availability and family mealtime distractions may be associated directly and indirectly with children's eating behaviors and weight outcomes. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved).
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- Jaclyn A Saltzman
- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Greenlee JL, Winter MA, Everhart RS, Fiese BH. Parents' child-related schemas: Associations with children's asthma and mental health. J Fam Psychol 2019; 33:270-279. [PMID: 30652916 DOI: 10.1037/fam0000494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The parent-child relationship, a key dyad of the family, can influence disease-related and psychological processes in children with asthma. Although the critical role of parenting behaviors in asthma outcomes is well established, less is known about the attitudes and beliefs underlying parents' interactions with their children and how those attitudes may relate to asthma outcomes. Thus, this study aimed to identify profiles of parents' schemas pertaining to their children with asthma and examine whether child mental and physical health outcomes differed by profile membership. Caregivers of children (n = 177; 5-12 years old) with asthma completed the Five Minute Speech Sample (Magaña et al., 1986), which was later coded for positive and negative attitudes and attributions about their children. Using a pattern-based approach, cluster analyses revealed three profiles of schemas: high negativity-low positivity, low negativity-low positivity, and low negativity-high positivity. Profiles differed in levels of externalizing and internalizing child symptoms, and lung function. Results support the growing body of research placing emphasis on the role of parenting in pediatric asthma outcomes. Caregiver schemas may constitute a point of intervention in families of children with asthma. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2019 APA, all rights reserved).
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Fisher MC, Villegas E, Sutter C, Musaad SM, Koester B, Fiese BH. Sprouts Growing Healthy Habits: Curriculum Development and Pilot Study. Front Public Health 2019; 7:65. [PMID: 30972317 PMCID: PMC6445962 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2019.00065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2018] [Accepted: 03/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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High rates of childhood obesity and the impact this has on children's health make it important to establish a healthy lifestyle during the early school years. This pilot study explored the impact of a newly developed healthy habits curriculum. The Sprouts: Growing Healthy Habits curriculum presents topics such as energy balance, healthy sleep habits, and food groups through short activities and interactive book-reading. A nonrandomized controlled experimental study design was used to assess impact. Fifty-seven children between 5 and 6 years of age participated from two elementary schools (36 from the intervention school, 21 from the control school). Knowledge was assessed pre- and post-intervention in five content areas (farm to table, bedtime routines, portion size, energy expenditure, sugar content of beverages) using card sorting, ranking, and sequence activities. Within- and between-school comparisons were conducted using differences between groups and mixed modeling approaches. Within the intervention school, significant increases in knowledge were observed for farm to table, sugar content of beverages, and bedtime routines. For the control school, there was a significant increase in knowledge of portion sizes. Considering between-schools, only change in knowledge of bedtime routines remained significant, with greater increases in the intervention school. Results seem promising given the short dosage of curriculum. Increases in knowledge of healthy habits in early childhood may help in promoting healthy behaviors and combatting the effects of obesity.
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- Meghan C. Fisher
- Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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- Family Resiliency Center, Human Development and Family Studies Department, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States
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Fiese BH, Musaad S, Bost KK, McBride BA, Lee SY, Teran-Garcia M, Donovan SM. The STRONG Kids 2 Birth Cohort Study: A Cell-to-Society Approach to Dietary Habits and Weight Trajectories across the First 5 Years of Life. Curr Dev Nutr 2019; 3:nzz007. [PMID: 30882062 PMCID: PMC6417908 DOI: 10.1093/cdn/nzz007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2018] [Revised: 11/20/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Dietary habits formed during the first 5 y of life portend lifelong eating patterns. OBJECTIVE The Synergistic Theory Research Obesity and Nutrition Group (STRONG) Kids 2 birth cohort study aimed to examine multilevel predictors of weight trajectories and dietary habits including individual biology, child socioemotional and behavioral characteristics, family environment, and child care environment over the first 5 y of life. This report describes recruitment strategies, an overview of survey measures, and basic descriptive statistics of the cohort. METHODS The cohort includes 468 mothers and their offspring. A brief survey was completed at a 1-wk home visit including child's birth weight, intent to breastfeed, collection of an infant stool sample, and additional contact information should the family move. Mothers completed surveys including diet, child temperament, family environment, and child care when their child was 6 wk, 3, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 60 mo of age. Height and weight of the mother and child were collected at each visit. Stool samples of the child were collected at each visit as well as saliva at 1 visit. RESULTS Close to half of the mothers were either overweight (24.2%) or obese (25.2%) prepregnancy. At 6 wk of age, 32.9% of the children were overweight and 31.4% were obese based on direct measurement. CONCLUSIONS The STRONG Kids 2 research team has adopted a socioecological model that accounts for multiple influences on children's health including biological, child social and behavioral, family household organization, and community factors. The study is limited by a relatively educated and nondiverse sample. However, variations in maternal and child weight may inform future prevention programs and policy aimed at improving the diet and health of children under the age of 5 y.This trial was registered at clinicaltrials.gov as NCT03341858.
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- Barbara H Fiese
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Biostatistics Core, the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL, Urbana, IL
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
- UI Extension, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
- Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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Sutter C, Fiese BH, Lundquist A, Davis EC, McBride BA, Donovan SM. Sources of Information and Support for Breastfeeding: Alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Strategies. Breastfeed Med 2018; 13:598-606. [PMID: 30307320 PMCID: PMC6247975 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2018.0056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Research consistently supports health benefits of breastfeeding; however, rates in the United States remain below Healthy People 2020 goals. To increase breastfeeding, information and support are needed from multiple sources. Given differences in breastfeeding rates by demographic characteristics, sources of information and support may also differ. In addition, recent research suggests potential differences in health outcomes related to feeding method (direct breastfeeding only, feeding expressed human milk, combination-feeding with formula). This study examined (1) information and support received within Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-defined strategies for supporting breastfeeding mothers, (2) differences in rates of information and support received by demographics, and (3) associations with feeding method at 6 weeks postpartum. MATERIALS AND METHODS A sample of 447 women participating in the Synergistic Theory Research Obesity and Nutrition Group (STRONG) Kids 2 study completed surveys with questions from the CDC Survey on Infant Feeding Practices II related to sources of information and support for breastfeeding and breast pump use, and about demographics and feeding method at 6 weeks postpartum. RESULTS Frequencies of supports received within each category indicate that professional supports were the most pervasive, followed by support from friends and relatives. However, women at greater risk for breastfeeding cessation (lower education, Women, Infants, and Children participants, single mothers) received information and support at lower rates. Education and information support was the only source significantly associated with feeding method. CONCLUSION New approaches are needed to increase efficacy of information delivery, especially for at-risk populations, to better meet CDC recommendations.
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- Carolyn Sutter
- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- 2 Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- 2 Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois.,3 Child Development Laboratory, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois.,2 Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois , Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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Fiese BH. Time allocation and dietary habits in the United States: Time for re-evaluation? Physiol Behav 2018; 193:205-208. [DOI: 10.1016/j.physbeh.2018.02.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2017] [Revised: 02/19/2018] [Accepted: 02/19/2018] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Everhart RS, Greenlee JL, Winter MA, Fiese BH. Primary and Secondary Caregiver Reports of Quality of Life in Pediatric Asthma: Are They Comparable? Appl Res Qual Life 2018; 13:371-383. [PMID: 29910839 PMCID: PMC5998812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to compare primary and secondary caregiver QOL within families of children with asthma and determine the potential importance of including secondary caregiver QOL in clinical and research settings. METHODS Participants included 118 families of children with asthma that had primary and secondary caregivers. Families completed measures in a single research session. Caregivers reported on QOL, psychological functioning, and family burden; children completed a measure of QOL. Child lung function was determined from objective spirometry. Adherence to prescribed controller medication was measured for 6 weeks following the research visit. RESULTS Primary caregiver QOL was significantly lower than secondary caregiver QOL (Mean overall QOL of 5.85 versus 6.17, p < .05). Better medication adherence was associated with higher primary caregiver QOL (ρ = .22, p = .02); secondary caregiver QOL, not primary caregiver QOL, was positively associated with child QOL (ρ = .20, p = .03). Families with discrepant QOL scores between caregivers (difference in scores of at least .50) were characterized by more family burden and primary caregiver psychological symptoms. CONCLUSIONS Differences in QOL scores between caregivers may be a reflection of primary caregivers' greater investment in daily asthma management. In families reporting low burden and few psychological difficulties in the primary caregiver, QOL assessments from either caregiver may may be informative and representative of how parents are adapting to child asthma. In families experiencing high levels of burden or more primary caregiver psychological difficulties, QOL reports from secondary caregivers may not be as clinically meaningful.
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- Robin S. Everhart
- Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Psychology, P.O. Box 842018, Richmond, VA, 23284
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- Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Psychology, P.O. Box 842018, Richmond, VA, 23284
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- Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Psychology, P.O. Box 842018, Richmond, VA, 23284
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, 904 W. Nevada St., Urbana, IL 61801
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Bost KK, Teran-Garcia M, Donovan SM, Fiese BH. Child body mass index, genotype and parenting in the prediction of restrictive feeding. Pediatr Obes 2018; 13:239-246. [PMID: 28429405 DOI: 10.1111/ijpo.12219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2016] [Revised: 01/29/2017] [Accepted: 02/21/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Restrictive feeding is implicated in pediatric obesity, and caregivers increase controlling feeding practices on the basis of higher child weight status. However, few studies have examined how child genetic and parenting characteristics together impact restrictive feeding. OBJECTIVES We examined whether child body mass index (BMI) status predicts caregiver use of restrictive feeding and if this association is moderated by (i) caregiver strategies to manage their children's distress and (ii) child variations in the catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) gene (Val158 Met, rs4680). METHODS Participants included 126 Caucasian children (50% girls) and their caregivers who were participating in a larger study in the USA. Caregivers reported on their feeding practices and responses to child distress when children were 2.5-3.5 years of age. Child anthropometric measurements were also obtained. Restrictive feeding was assessed again 1-1.5 years later. Genomic DNA was obtained from saliva samples, and COMT-rs4680 was genotyped using TaqMan® methodology. RESULTS Child BMI percentile predicted subsequent caregiver restrictive feeding for children who were Met/Met and who had caregivers reporting higher use of negative responses to child distress. For Val carriers, BMI percentile predicted restrictive feeding when caregivers were below the mean on these responses. CONCLUSIONS Caregivers are at risk for use of restrictive feeding practices when their children are at higher BMI percentiles, and this association increases when caregivers use more ineffective stress regulation practices and their children are homozygous for the Met allele. Prevention programmes might focus on parenting behaviours that foster emotion regulation and consider variation in child responses to parenting.
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- K K Bost
- Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA.,Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA
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- Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA.,Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA
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- Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA.,Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA
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- Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA.,Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois, USA
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Metcalfe JJ, Fiese BH. Family food involvement is related to healthier dietary intake in preschool-aged children. Appetite 2018; 126:195-200. [PMID: 29601922 DOI: 10.1016/j.appet.2018.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2017] [Revised: 02/13/2018] [Accepted: 03/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Children in the United States fall far short of meeting federal dietary recommendations. The unhealthy diets common amongst young children are of crucial public health concern, given that they can inhibit healthy development and are predictive of chronic diseases in adulthood. Research investigating behaviors that are related to dietary habits is crucial to allow a better understanding of the causes of unhealthy dietary practices. Involvement in food preparation is known to be associated with healthy dietary behaviors in school-aged children, but little is known about these behaviors and their correlates in younger children. The present study sought to examine the influences and correlates of involvement in family food preparation in children at ages three and four. Parents of preschool aged children (n = 497) completed surveys including information about demographic background, their children's family food involvement, dietary intake, mealtime routines, and problematic eating behaviors. Data were collected when children were three (wave one of the survey) and four years of age (wave two). Findings from this study indicate that family food involvement at age three is predictive of healthier dietary intake at age four (increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, decreased consumption of fast food). These findings indicate that family food involvement is predictive of healthier dietary behaviors in young children, and that outreach efforts focused on family food involvement in early childhood may improve children's dietary habits.
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- Jessica Jarick Metcalfe
- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 West Nevada Street, MC-081, Urbana, IL, 61801, United States; Office of Extension & Outreach, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, United States.
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 West Nevada Street, MC-081, Urbana, IL, 61801, United States
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Buccheri T, Musaad S, Bost KK, Fiese BH. Development and assessment of stressful life events subscales - A preliminary analysis. J Affect Disord 2018; 226:178-187. [PMID: 28988000 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2017.09.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2017] [Revised: 08/08/2017] [Accepted: 09/24/2017] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stress affects people of all ages, genders, and cultures and is associated with physical and psychological complications. Stressful life events are an important research focus and a psychometrically valid measure could provide useful clinical information. The purpose of the study was to develop a reliable and valid measurement of stressful life events and to assess its reliability and validity using established measures of social support, stress, depression, anxiety and maternal and child health. METHODS The authors used an adaptation from the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS) to describe the prevalence of life events; they developed a 4-factor stressful life events subscales and used Medical Outcomes Social Support Scale, Social Support Scale, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale and 14 general health items for validity analysis. Analyses were performed with descriptive statistics, Cronbach's alpha, Spearman's rho, Chi-square test or Fisher's exact test and Wilcoxon 2-sample test. RESULTS The 4-factor stressful life events subscales showed acceptable reliability. The resulting subscale scores were significantly associated with established measures of social support, depression, anxiety, stress, and caregiver health indicators. LIMITATIONS The study presented a number of limitations in terms of design and recall bias. CONCLUSIONS Despite the presence of a number of limitations, the study provided valuable insight and suggested that further investigation is needed in order to determine the effectiveness of the measures in revealing the family's wellbeing and to develop and strengthen a more detailed analysis of the stressful life events/health association.
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- Teresa Buccheri
- University of Messina, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences - Psychology Unit, 1 Bivona st., 98122 Messina, Italy.
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, 904 W. Nevada, MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, 904 W. Nevada, MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, 904 W. Nevada, MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
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Keck AS, Sloane S, Liechty JM, Fiese BH, Donovan SM. Productivity, impact, and collaboration differences between transdisciplinary and traditionally trained doctoral students: A comparison of publication patterns. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0189391. [PMID: 29244832 PMCID: PMC5731691 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0189391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2017] [Accepted: 11/26/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Transdisciplinary (TD) approaches are increasingly used to address complex public health problems such as childhood obesity. Compared to traditional grant-funded scientific projects among established scientists, those designed around a TD, team-based approach yielded greater publication output after three to five years. However, little is known about how a TD focus throughout graduate school training may affect students’ publication-related productivity, impact, and collaboration. The objective of this study was to compare the publication patterns of students in traditional versus TD doctoral training programs. Productivity, impact, and collaboration of peer-reviewed publications were compared between traditional (n = 25) and TD (n = 11) students during the first five years of the TD program. Statistical differences were determined by t-test or chi square test at p < 0.05. The publication rate for TD students was 5.2 ± 10.1 (n = 56) compared to 3.6 ± 4.5 per traditional student (n = 82). Publication impact indicators were significantly higher for TD students vs. traditional students: 5.7 times more citations in Google Scholar, 6.1 times more citations in Scopus, 1.3 times higher journal impact factors, and a 1.4 times higher journal h-index. Collaboration indicators showed that publications by TD students had significantly more co-authors (1.3 times), and significantly more disciplines represented among co-authors (1.3 times), but not significantly more organizations represented per publication compared to traditional students. In conclusion, compared to doctoral students in traditional programs, TD students published works that were accepted into higher impact journals, were more frequently cited, and had more cross-disciplinary collaborations.
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- Anna-Sigrid Keck
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (I-TOPP), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (I-TOPP), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (I-TOPP), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (I-TOPP), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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Fiese BH, Connell A, Doss B, Kaugars AS, Rhoades GK, Trentacosta CJ. Introduction to the special issue: Advances in methods and measurement in family psychology. J Fam Psychol 2017; 31:969-971. [PMID: 29309182 DOI: 10.1037/fam0000410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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This special issue presents a collection of reports that highlight recent advances in methods and measurement and also shed light on the complexity of family psychology. The importance of theory in guiding solid family science is evident throughout these reports. The reports include guides for researchers who incorporate direct observation into their research protocols and the ever-expanding field of tele-health interventions. Advanced analytic approaches are offered in the areas of grid sequence analysis, latent fixed-effects models, and the Factors of Curves Model (FOCUS). These sophisticated analytic approaches may be applied to advance systemic thinking in family psychology. The last set of articles illustrate how complex and innovative methodologies are applied to address important societal issues. Work experiences and marital relationships in African American couples address the importance of spillover effects in contemporary families. The creation of biobehavioral plasticity index has the potential to inform gene x environment contributions to family functioning. Finally, the unique methodological issues that are particularly germane to the diverse nature of stepfamilies and nonresident fathers are addressed. We hope that readers of this special issue will return to these reports as resources and examples of theory-driven methods and measurements. (PsycINFO Database Record
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INTRODUCTION Family factors are directly associated with the psychosocial adjustment of children with chronic illnesses such as asthma (Kaugars, Klinnert, & Bender, 2004). Research indicates that negative family factors may also contribute to child disease severity via bio-behavioral mechanisms of effect. For instance, children from more conflicted families often experience greater internalizing symptoms that subsequently impact their asthma severity (Wood et al., 2006). These pathways have yet to be examined with a comprehensive focus on strength-based family factors. This study examined whether factors such as family cohesion, problem-solving abilities, and communication influence asthma severity via their effects on child depression and anxiety symptoms. METHOD Participants were 215 children (136 males and 79 females), ages 5 to 12 years old, and their families. Primary caregiver, child, and teacher ratings of child and family functioning in addition to objective measures of parent-child interactions and asthma severity were collected. RESULTS Using structural equation modeling, the authors identified significant indirect associations between family factors and child asthma severity via child depressive symptoms; however, these associations were not present in models with child anxiety symptoms. DISCUSSION Results suggest an indirect effect of family functioning on children's lung function, with differential roles of anxiety and depression in these pathways. This article also highlights the importance of incorporating multirater multimethod measures to understand children's experiences in pediatric asthma. (PsycINFO Database Record
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Bevans KB, Riley AW, Landgraf JM, Carle AC, Teneralli RE, Fiese BH, Meltzer LJ, Ettinger AK, Becker BD, Forrest CB. Children's family experiences: development of the PROMIS ® pediatric family relationships measures. Qual Life Res 2017; 26:3011-3023. [PMID: 28643117 PMCID: PMC6167927 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-017-1629-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/15/2017] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe the development of pediatric family relationships measures, with versions for child self-report (8-17 years) and parent-report for children 5-17 years old. Measures were created for integration into the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS®). METHODS Semi-structured interviews with 10 experts, 24 children, and 8 parents were conducted to elicit and clarify essential elements of family relationships. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify item concepts representative of each element. The concepts were transformed into items that were iteratively revised based on cognitive interviews (n = 43 children) and item translatability review. Psychometric studies involving 2846 children and 2262 parents were conducted to further refine and validate the instruments. RESULTS Qualitative procedures supported the development of content valid Family Relationships item banks. Final child- and parent-report item banks each contain 47 items. Unidimensional item banks were calibrated using IRT-modeling to estimate item parameters representative of the US population and to enable computerized adaptive test administration. Four- and eight-item short forms were constructed for standard fixed format administration. All instruments have strong internal consistency, retest-reliability, and provide precise estimates of various levels of family relationship quality. Preliminary evidence of the instruments' validity was provided by known-group comparisons and convergence with legacy measures. CONCLUSION The PROMIS pediatric Family Relationships measures can be applied in research focused on determinants, outcomes, and the protective effects of children's subjective family relationship experiences.
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- Katherine B Bevans
- Temple University College of Public Health, 1700 N Broad St, 301-H, Philadelphia, PA, 19121, USA.
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- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, USA
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- Booz, Allen, Hamilton, Mclean, VA, USA
- Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Saltzman JA, Fiese BH, Bost KK, McBride BA. Development of Appetite Self‐Regulation: Integrating Perspectives From Attachment and Family Systems Theory. Child Dev Perspect 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/cdep.12254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Kim JH, Fiese BH, Donovan SM. Breastfeeding is Natural but Not the Cultural Norm: A Mixed-Methods Study of First-Time Breastfeeding, African American Mothers Participating in WIC. J Nutr Educ Behav 2017; 49:S151-S161.e1. [PMID: 28689552 DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2017.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2016] [Revised: 04/12/2017] [Accepted: 04/13/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Identify facilitators, barriers, and needs to increase breastfeeding (BF) support. DESIGN Semistructured interviews based on the Theory of Planned Behavior, Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale, and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form to measure attitudes and self-efficacy, respectively. SETTING One WIC clinic in central Illinois. PARTICIPANTS First-time BF African American mothers enrolled in WIC (n = 15). PHENOMENON OF INTEREST BF facilitators and barriers in the African American community. ANALYSIS Descriptive coding and inductive thematic analysis. RESULTS Six themes emerged: normative infant feeding behavior within the sociocultural context; cultural beliefs about maternal nutrition and BF; time and costs associated with BF; managing and integrating BF while maintaining a social life; necessity of social support from significant others and female role models; and suboptimal support from institutions (hospitals, schools, workplace, and community). A novel finding was that participants believed that BF was expensive, because they believed that mothers must eat healthy to breastfeed. In addition, BF was considered natural but not the cultural norm. Mean Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale score (n = 15) was 70 (SD = 7), indicating a positive attitude toward BF. Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form mean score of 62 indicated a relatively high level of self-efficacy. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Interventions should focus on providing social support (emotional, tangible, informational, and encouragement) to African American mothers and their social networks to promote a BF-friendly environment.
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- Julia H Kim
- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL.
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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- Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL; Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL
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Fiese BH. Introduction to three decades of family psychology: Perspectives toward the future. J Fam Psychol 2017; 31:1. [PMID: 28165277 DOI: 10.1037/fam0000301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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This article introduces the 30th anniversary of the Journal of Family Psychology (JFP). In addition it marks the 125th anniversary of publications by the American Psychological Association. In recognition of this milestone the editorial team has invited the past editors of the journal to write brief reflections on the field and commenting on their vision for the future of the field. (PsycINFO Database Record
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Saltzman JA, Pineros-Leano M, Liechty JM, Bost KK, Fiese BH. Eating, feeding, and feeling: emotional responsiveness mediates longitudinal associations between maternal binge eating, feeding practices, and child weight. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act 2016; 13:89. [PMID: 27484590 PMCID: PMC4971716 DOI: 10.1186/s12966-016-0415-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2016] [Accepted: 07/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Although it is known that maternal disordered eating is related to restrictive feeding practices, there is little research exploring mechanisms for this association or its effects on other feeding practices. The purpose of this study was to assess whether maternal emotion responses mediate the association between maternal binge eating (BE) and child feeding practices, in order to identify potential risk factors for feeding practices that influence child weight. Methods This longitudinal observational study included (n = 260) mothers and children from the STRONG Kids Panel Survey. At Wave 1, children were an average of 37 months old (SD = 6.9), and at Wave 2 children were an average of 57 months old (SD = 8.3). Mothers self-reported their frequency of binge eating behavior (Wave 1), responses to children’s negative emotions (Wave 1), feeding practices (Wave 1 and Wave 2), and child height and weight were measured at both time points. Using bias-corrected bootstrapping procedures, we tested the hypothesis that longitudinal associations between maternal BE and nonresponsive parent feeding practices would be mediated by parents’ unsupportive responses to children’s negative emotion. We also tested a serial mediation model positing that maternal BE predicts child body mass index (BMI) percentile change 18-24 months later, indirectly through unsupportive responses to negative emotion and nonresponsive feeding practices. Results Maternal BE predicted use of more nonresponsive feeding practices (e.g. Emotion Regulation, Restriction for Health, Pressure to Eat, and Food as Reward), indirectly through more Distress responses to children’s negative emotions. In the serial mediation model, maternal BE was associated with greater use of Distress responses, which indirectly predicted higher child BMI percentile through Food as Reward feeding practices. Conclusions These results suggest that maternal eating and emotion responsiveness are important for understanding the interpersonal context of feeding behaviors, and child weight outcomes. Distress responses may serve as a risk factor for use of unhealthful feeding practices among mothers with BE and these responses may increase children’s risk for weight gain. Trial registration This study used an observational prospective design. Therefore, it has not been registered as a clinical intervention trial. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12966-016-0415-5) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Jaclyn A Saltzman
- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 South Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA. .,Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program, University of Illinois, Champaign, USA.
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program, University of Illinois, Champaign, USA.,School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1010 West Nevada St., Urbana, IL, USA
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program, University of Illinois, Champaign, USA.,School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1010 West Nevada St., Urbana, IL, USA.,College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1010 West Nevada St., Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 South Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA.,Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program, University of Illinois, Champaign, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 South Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL, 61801, USA.,Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program, University of Illinois, Champaign, USA.,Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 South Nevada St., Urbana, IL, 61801, USA
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Family routines and rituals offer the opportunity to fully participate in family health. “Family health” is defined as the ways in which the household, as a whole, engages in daily activities to promote the well-being of its members and is emotionally invested in the maintenance of health over time. Routines and rituals provide the settings for family health. Empirical support for the importance of routines and rituals is provided from studies aimed at examining medical adherence, mealtime interactions, and nighttime waking in children with chronic health conditions. Implications for practice and policy are provided.
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BACKGROUND Early life risk factors may promote faster infant growth leading to childhood obesity. We examined growth patterns (birth to 12 months) and their association with early life risk factors. METHODS Participants were drawn from an ongoing birth cohort of 351 mothers. Child weight and length were obtained at birth, 6 weeks, and 3, 6, 9, and 12 months. Independent variables and demographics were tested as risk factors for inclusion in the cumulative risk score if they were significantly associated with change in weight-for-length z-scores (WFLZ; month 12 minus birth) or based on established evidence for an association with child growth. Multiple regression was used to determine the association of change in WFLZ with low maternal education, low month 3 postpartum maternal weight loss, and nonexclusive breastfeeding by month 3 (use of formula) or their cumulative risk. Trajectory groups were identified using semiparametric mixture models and their association with the risk factors and cumulative risk score was tested using logistic regression. RESULTS Nonexclusive breastfeeding by month 3 was associated with greater WFLZ increase. We identified three trajectory groups: low-rising (14.5%), mid-stable (59.4%), and high-rising (26.1%). Low-rising versus mid-stable group membership doubled with nonexclusive breastfeeding by month 3 (odds ratio [OR] = 2.24; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.05-4.80), but increased the most among children who had three risk factors compared to none (OR = 4.82; 95% CI = 1.14-20.32). No relationships were observed with high-rising growth. CONCLUSIONS Early life risk factors influence the development of growth trajectories during the first year in a cumulative fashion.
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- Salma M A Musaad
- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , Urbana, IL
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- 2 Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , Urbana, IL
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- 1 Family Resiliency Center, Department of Human Development and Family Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign , Urbana, IL
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Fiese BH, Gundersen C, Koester B, Jones B. Family chaos and lack of mealtime planning is associated with food insecurity in low income households. Econ Hum Biol 2016; 21:147-155. [PMID: 26907770 DOI: 10.1016/j.ehb.2016.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2015] [Revised: 01/26/2016] [Accepted: 01/27/2016] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- Barbara H Fiese
- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 W. Nevada, MC-081, IL 61801, USA.
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- Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL, USA
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- Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 904 W. Nevada, MC-081, IL 61801, USA
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- Department of Human Development and Family Studies, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
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Saltzman JA, Pineros‐Leano M, Liechty JM, Bost KK, Fiese BH. Eating, feeling, and feeding: Does maternal binge eating predict use of child feeding practices through emotional responsiveness? FASEB J 2016. [DOI: 10.1096/fasebj.30.1_supplement.1150.12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Human Development and Family StudiesUniversity of IllinoisUrbanaIL
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- Human Development and Family StudiesUniversity of IllinoisUrbanaIL
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- Jessica M Jarick
- Human Development & Family StudiesUniversity of Illinois at Urbana‐ChampaignUrbanaIL
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- Human Development & Family StudiesUniversity of Illinois at Urbana‐ChampaignUrbanaIL
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Saltzman JA, Liechty JM, Bost KK, Fiese BH. Parent binge eating and restrictive feeding practices: Indirect effects of parent's responses to child's negative emotion. Eat Behav 2016; 21:150-4. [PMID: 26966790 DOI: 10.1016/j.eatbeh.2016.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2015] [Revised: 02/18/2016] [Accepted: 02/22/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Parents' emotion regulation difficulties are related to binge eating (BE), and to responses to children's negative emotion. However, less is known about how responses to children's negative emotion are related to eating and feeding in the parenting context. We examined the degree to which BE had both direct and indirect effects on parental restrictive feeding practices, through parents' reported responses to negative emotion. METHOD Parents of preschoolers (n=441) completed validated questionnaires about their feeding strategies, responses to children's negative emotion, and their children's eating behaviors. Height and weight were measured in children and self-reported by parents. Unsupportive (Distress, Minimizing, and Punitive), and Supportive (Emotion-focused, Problem-focused, and Expressive Encouragement) responses to negative emotion were measured using the Coping with Children's Negative Emotions Scale. RESULTS Parent's BE was correlated with Distress responses, Restriction for health, and Restriction for weight control. Controlling for confounders, BE was associated with Restriction for weight control, and Restriction for health. Model testing revealed that BE had significant direct (R(2) [SE]=.073 [.031], 95% CI [.013, .134]) and indirect effects (R(2) [SE]=.011 [.005], 95% CI [.003, .023]) on Restriction for weight control, through Distress responses, but only indirect effects on Restriction for health (R(2) [SE]=.018 [.009], 95% CI [.004, .039]). CONCLUSIONS This study shows an association between emotion regulation and energy-intake regulation in the parenting context. Efforts to modify feeding practices may be more effective if parents' eating behaviors and their emotional responsiveness to distress are taken into account.
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- Jaclyn A Saltzman
- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (ITOPP), Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, Doris Kelly Christopher Hall, 904 W. Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA.
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (ITOPP), Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; School of Social Work, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, 1010 W. Nevada Street, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; College of Medicine, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, Medical Science Building, MC-714, 506 South Matthews Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA.
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (ITOPP), Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, Doris Kelly Christopher Hall, 904 W. Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA.
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- Illinois Transdisciplinary Obesity Prevention Program (ITOPP), Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, 905 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; Department of Human Development and Family Studies, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, Doris Kelly Christopher Hall, 904 W. Nevada St., MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; Family Resiliency Center, University of Illinois- Urbana-Champaign, 904 W. Nevada Street, MC-081, Urbana, IL 61801, USA.
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