Author/Authors :
Askari Majdabadi، Hesamedin نويسنده Department of Health, Nursing Care Research Center, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, IR Iran , , Montazeri، Ali نويسنده PhD, Professor, Mental Health Research Group, Health Metrics Research Center, Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Re-search, Academic Center for Ed , , Shojaeizadeh، Davoud نويسنده Department of Health education and Promotion ,School of Public Health ,Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Iran , , Nedjat، Saharnaz نويسنده , , Khalajabadi Farahani، Farideh نويسنده Department of Population, Health and Family Planning, Population Studies and Research Centre in Asia and The Pacific, Tehran, IR Iran Khalajabadi Farahani, Farideh , Djazayeri، Abolghasem نويسنده School of public Health and Institute of Public Health Research , , Asadi-Lari، Mohsen نويسنده Oncopathology Research Centre, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , , Solhi، Mahnaz نويسنده Department of Health Services and Health Education, School of Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran ,
Abstract :
Many people are concerned with the problems and side effects caused by increased levels of fast food (FF) consumption, especially among adolescents. Several studies have assessed the problems of FF consumption particularly weight gain and obesity. However, few address the methods, strategies, and policies needed to reduce this issue. This study aims to explore parent and stakeholder views and perspectives on the means to reduce adolescent FF consumption. The present paper is based on original research conducted from June to December 2012. In this study, 19 participants were selected using purposive sampling. Their experiences and perspectives were explored using in-depth semi-structured interviews; a thematic content analysis with a conventional approach was conducted to analyze the data. Using this approach, the transcripts were coded openly, and subcategories and categories were chosen based on similarities. Subsequently, themes were defined at a more abstract level. Three main themes were identified as approaches and strategies suggested by parents and stakeholders to reduce FF consumption. These included culture building, supporting healthy eating styles, and controlling and supervising healthy eating styles. Based on the extracted themes, some interventions can be suggested to reduce FF consumption among young people. A holistic approach that incorporates a change of culture, social support, and supervision is promising. Further quantitative studies are also recommended.
