Support and Sabotage: A Qualitative Study of Social Influences on Health Behaviors among Rural Adults

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Examines the impact of social relationships on health behavior adoption and maintenance by interviewing midlife and older adults in rural Montana at increased risk of chronic disease. Addresses family and peer influences on diet, physical activity, and tobacco use.

Urshila Sriram, Emily H. Morgan, Meredith L. Graham, Sara C. Folta, Rebecca A. Seguin

Journal of Rural Health, 34(1), 88-97

12/2018

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Elderly population · Food security and nutrition · Obesity and weight control · Physical activity · Tobacco use · Montana