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Family support in promoting active lifestyles and preventing risky behaviors among adolescents

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  • Marsito
  • Ernawati
  • Putra Agina Widyaswara Suwaryo

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Adolescence is a critical period for establishing healthy lifestyle habits and avoiding risky behaviors. The aim is to identify how different forms of family support influence adolescents' physical activity levels and engagement in risky behaviors, and to provide insights for enhancing adolescent health and well-being. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 403 adolescents from various communities. Data were collected using four validated instruments: the Family Support Scale (FSS), Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A), Risky Behavior Scale (RBS), and Leisure Time Activity Scale (LTAS). The study found that emotional support (B=0.125, p=0.003) and informational support (B=0.106, p=0.046) from family significantly positively affected adolescents' active lifestyles. Sports participation had the strongest positive impact on physical activity (B=0.452, p

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  • Marsito & Ernawati & Putra Agina Widyaswara Suwaryo, 2024. "Family support in promoting active lifestyles and preventing risky behaviors among adolescents," Journal of Community Positive Practices, Catalactica NGO, issue 3, pages 43-58.
    • Handle: RePEc:cta:jcppxx:3243
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