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Physical activity and sedentary behaviour of mothers and children of South Asian origin

The aim of this study is to investigate the practices, barriers, and enablers related to physical activity and sedentary behaviour among South Asian mothers and their children aged 2–12 years.

  • Family and caregiving, Health education and promotion, Women’s health and pregnancy

Study Purpose/Description

Currently, there is limited data on the physical activity and sedentary behaviour of South Asian adults in Australia, and virtually none on children in this population. Understanding children’s physical activity patterns is crucial, as behaviours formed in early childhood tend to persist into adulthood and significantly influence long-term health. Furthermore, mothers play a key role in shaping children’s health behaviours, making it vital to examine both mother and child in tandem.

What’s involved?

Interested participants will complete an online survey hosted on Qualtrics.

The survey will be divided into two sections. In the first part, we will ask questions about mother’s sociodemographic characteristics, physical activity and sedentary behaviour practices and individual, social, and environmental factors that may influence these behaviours. In the second part, we will ask similar questions about one child aged 2-12 years.

It is anticipated that the survey will take around 30-45 minutes.

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Recruitment criteria

You may be eligible to participate in this study if:

  • You are a Mother of a child aged between 2-12 years of age, and
  • You are of South Asian origin, either:
    • born in South Asia, or
    • at least one parent born in South Asia (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka)

Benefits

Upon completion of the survey, participants will be asked to indicate if they wish to enter a draw to win 1 of the available $50 Woolworths e-gift cards (1:50 survey completion ratio). Those expressing interest will be asked to provide their email for sending the e-gift card.

Study sponsor / funder

Study by Deakin University

Research team contacts

susan.paudel@deakin.edu.au

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