Adolescent Nutrition: Navigating the Tug-of-War for Control
Introduction to Adolescent Food Autonomy and Parental Influence Adolescence marks a critical developmental phase characterized by the increasing pursuit of autonomy, particularly concerning personal choices related to diet and lifestyle. While parental influence remains significant, the way adolescents perceive and interpret their parents’ actions regarding food provision, restriction, and monitoring shifts profoundly from childhood. This […]