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Comparing the Effects of Teen Mentors to Adult Teachers on Child Lifestyle Behaviors and Health Outcomes in Appalachia

Description
Explores a study of a school-based intervention that mentors young children to reverse obesity health risks in rural Appalachia. Compares two curriculum delivery methods, one using teen mentors and the other adult teachers. Assesses the effects of the number of mentoring sessions attended on the intended outcomes.
Author(s)
Laureen H. Smith, Christopher Holloman
Citation
Journal of School Nursing, 29(5), 386-396
Date
10/2013
Type
Document
Tagged as
Appalachia · Children and youth · Food security and nutrition · Obesity and weight control · Schools · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention