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Physical Activity (PA) Guide Development for Parents of Preschoolers: Qualitative Analysis
Author(s) -
Delaney C,
MartinBiggers J,
ByrdBredbenner C
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
the faseb journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.709
H-Index - 277
eISSN - 1530-6860
pISSN - 0892-6638
DOI - 10.1096/fasebj.29.1_supplement.910.8
Subject(s) - comprehension , psychology , interview , cognition , content analysis , qualitative research , cognitive interview , qualitative analysis , medical education , applied psychology , developmental psychology , social psychology , medicine , linguistics , social science , philosophy , neuroscience , sociology , political science , law
PA levels continue to fall short of recommendations. Thus, a guide promoting PA in the home was developed using social cognitive theory concepts and motivational interviewing techniques. Parents of preschoolers (n=216) were surveyed to determine current PA practices; 15 participated in the 1 st round of cognitive test interviews conducted by trained researchers and 20 participated in the 2 nd round to determine guide comprehension, aspects perceived as useful, and needed improvements. About half of the parents surveyed reported that they were physically active enough to either sweat or have difficulty breathing at least 4 days/week. Qualitative content analysis of round 1 revealed that Spanish (n=7) and English speakers (n=8) understood guide content, felt the guide's information was useful, especially sections that provided ideas and reminders for parents. English‐speakers suggested adding information on types of play recommended for different age groups. Spanish speakers were satisfied with the guides and had no suggestions for improvement. The guide was revised using Round 1 results, formatted as a mini‐magazine, and subjected to a 2 nd round of cognitive testing. Spanish (n=10) and English (n=10) parents expressed great satisfaction with the guide. Spanish speakers wanted to have more information on the benefits of PA vs. TV watching. English speakers were most interested in information describing benefits of PA, particularly those that promote family relationships. The guide was well received, parents expressed great interest in the content, felt the guide was easily understood and beneficial, and had very minor suggestions for improvement. The refined PA guide has the potential to increase PA in families with preschoolers. USDA NIFA #2011‐68001‐30170