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Disordered eating, body image concerns, and weight control behaviors in primary school aged children: A systematic review and meta-analysis of universal-selective prevention interventions.

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Abstract
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Body image concerns and extreme weight control behaviors frequently develop in childhood indicating an important age group for the implementation of universal-selective prevention approaches. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the effect of universal-selective prevention interventions addressing disordered eating, body image concerns, and/or extreme weight control behaviors in children aged 6-12 years.

Year of Publication
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2021
Journal
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The International journal of eating disorders
Volume
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54
Issue
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10
Number of Pages
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1730-1765
ISSN Number
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0276-3478
URL
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https://doi.org/10.1002/eat.23571
DOI
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10.1002/eat.23571
Short Title
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Int J Eat Disord
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