Socioeconomic Influences on Leisure-Time Sedentary Behavior among Women.

Yeager, Kimberly K.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ476814

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1993

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Socioeconomic Influences on Leisure-Time Sedentary Behavior among Women.

Yeager, Kimberly K.; And Others

Health Values: The Journal of Health Behavior, Education & Promotion, v17 n6 p50-54 Nov-Dec 1993

This study explored the impact of socioeconomic status on 32,852 females' sedentary behavior. Survey data indicated the prevalence of sedentary behavior was 30% among white women and 45% among black women, decreasing for both groups as socioeconomic status increased; leisure time sedentary behavior increased with age. (SM)

Descriptors: Adults, Blacks, Females, Health Behavior, Leisure Time, Physical Activities, Physical Activity Level, Racial Differences, Socioeconomic Influences, Surveys

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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