Trends Flashcards
1
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Socio-economic status
A
Income, employment, housing and education can impact an individual’s participation in PA. Men and women from low economic groups have lower participation in PA
2
Q
Education
A
Education affects participation in PA through lack of opportunities and support, but alternatively supports the participation through opportunities (pe classes) and support from teachers
3
Q
Trend: age
A
Physical activity participation declines with age
4
Q
Trend: gender
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Women are less likely to participate in physical activity than men due to self-efficacy and safety
5
Q
Trend: active transport
A
The rates of active transport for school are declining due to laziness and technological advancements
