Objectively assessed physical activity and weight status in Maltese 11-12 year-olds
Study details
| Year: | 2010 |
| Scope: | National |
| Countries: | Malta |
| Methodology: | Empirical research – Mixed methods |
| Methods of data collection: | Survey; Other |
| Other Methodology: | Anthropometric measurements |
| Researched Groups: | Children |
| Children Ages: | Other |
| Other Childrens Age Group: | 11-12 years old |
| Funder: | University of Malta |
| Funder Types: | University |
| Has Formal Ethical Clearance: | Yes |
| Consents: | Consent obtained from parents |
| Informed Consent: | Consent obtained |
| Ethics: | Ethical considerations and/or protocol mentioned in the research design |
| Data Set Availability: | Not mentioned |
Goals
"The objectives of the study were to identify levels of physical activity and sedentary time and assess how they differ by weight status in Maltese boys and girls... Physical activity was assessed using accelerometry and weight status determined through gender-specific
age-adjusted Body mass index (BMI). Self-reported mode of transport to school, TV and computer time, gaming and mobile phone use were assessed by questionnaire." (Decelis et al., 2014; p. 258).