Early Origins of Body Mass in Later Life: Examining Childhood Risks and Adult Pathways.
J Health Soc Behav
; 62(2): 152-169, 2021 06.
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| ID: mdl-33856951
ABSTRACT
Prior research reveals that negative early-life experiences play a major role in the development of obesity in later life, but few studies identify mechanisms that alter the lifetime risk of obesity. This study examines the influence of negative childhood experiences on body mass index (BMI) and obesity (BMI ≥30) during older adulthood and the psychosocial and behavioral pathways involved. Using a nationally representative sample, we examine the influence of cumulative misfortune as well as five separate domains of misfortune on BMI and obesity. Results show that four of the five domains are associated with BMI and obesity either directly, indirectly, or both. The influence of cumulative misfortune on the outcomes is mediated by three adult factors socioeconomic status, depressive symptoms, and physical activity. The mediators identified here provide targets for intervention among older adults to help offset the health risks of excess BMI attributable of early-life exposure to misfortune.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Base de données:
MEDLINE
Sujet principal:
Classe sociale
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Obésité
Type d'étude:
Etiology_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Aspects:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
Limites:
Aged
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Humans
Langue:
En
Journal:
J Health Soc Behav
Année:
2021
Type de document:
Article
Pays d'affiliation:
États-Unis d'Amérique