Date of Submission
2010
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Department
Psychology
Department Chair
Robert A. DiTomasso, Ph.D., ABPP
First Advisor
Rosemary Mennuti, Ed.D., Chairperson
Second Advisor
Jessica Glass-Kendorski, PhD, NCSP
Third Advisor
Vincent C. Alfonso, Ph.D
Abstract
The purpose of this study was not only to investigate the knowledge of preschool teachers on the topic of obesity, but also to determine whether or not they find obesity to be a significant problem facing 3-5 year old children. Results indicate that preschool teachers agree that obesity is a concern; however, they are unclear on the causality of obesity. Preschool teachers feel the long-term consequences of being obese at ages 3-5 years affect future academic, social, and physical growth, but they do not feel intervention should take place at the preschool level. This study contributed to a better understanding of the current knowledge that preschool teachers hold on the topic of obesity. This information could be used for future teacher training and for intervention school-based programs.
Recommended Citation
MacKinney, Jessica D., "Preschool Teachers' Perceptions of Obesity at Ages 3-5 Years" (2010). PCOM Psychology Dissertations. 88.
https://digitalcommons.pcom.edu/psychology_dissertations/88