Discussion
CHILDHOOD OBESITY
Family-based programs have shown promise in the prevention and control of childhood obesity; however, their efficacy may be limited by low parent engagement [Results indicate parents’ readiness to make changes, both in their own behaviors and in parenting strategies, were predictors of non-attendance at planned intervention activities. This finding is critical because readiness to change is potentially modifiable. For instance, one study found that parent’s readiness to make changes can be influenced by getting information from their provider [Family functioning emerged as a predictor of degree of attendance. These results align with other research showing a link between family functioning and engagement in childhood obesity programs [