https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Index ${session.getAttribute("locale")} 5 Using pedometers for measuring and increasing physical activity in children and adolescents: the next step https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:25156 Wed 11 Apr 2018 11:07:43 AEST ]]> Cultural adaptation of 'healthy dads, healthy kids' for Hispanic families: applying the ecological validity model https://ogma.newcastle.edu.au/vital/access/ /manager/Repository/uon:39059 familism (inclusion and impact on whole family) was recommended for the program goals and activities. Gender roles for mothers and fathers, and differences in how fathers interact with male and female children, emerged and should be considered in program activities. Several barriers to father engagement surfaced, including lack of time due to work schedules, physically demanding jobs, concerns of caring for children without mother, fathers’ current fitness/weight, and lack of knowledge of how to eat more healthfully. The reading level of the HDHK materials was too high for some parents. Conclusion: Findings from these formative qualitative studies informed the cultural adaptation of HDHK for Hispanic families, to account for literacy level, cultural values, and barriers to participation and engagement.]]> Mon 02 May 2022 16:30:40 AEST ]]>