Empirical support for a model of dieting: findings from structural equations modeling

Authors :: Huon, Gail F.
Gunewardene, Anoushka
Hayne, Angela
Sankey, Melissa
Lim, Jacqueline
Piira, Tiina
Walton, Carla
Source :: The International Journal of Eating Disorders. March, 2002, Vol. 31 Issue 2, p210, 10 p.
Publication Year :: 2002
Abstract: An evaluation of a model of dieting is examined through a survey of approximately 1,000 girls from Australian high schools. The results showed strong support for the model, which includes the social and parental influences on dieting in young girls.

Subjects :: Reducing diets -- Research
Girls -- Psychological aspects
Food/cooking/nutrition
Psychology and mental health

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