The Journal of adolescent health : official publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine
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Our study objectives were to (1) determine the prevalence of food insecurity; (2) examine the association between presence and level of food insecurity with other health-related social problems; and (3) assess the predictive values of a two-item food insecurity screen in an urban youth population. ⋯ One-third of youth in sample experienced food insecurity, which was strongly associated with presence of other health-related social problems. The two-item screen effectively detected food insecurity. Food insecurity screening may lead to identification of other health-related social problems that when addressed early may improve adolescent health.
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Little is known about patterns of active commuting to school (ACS) among school-aged children in China. This study examines mode of transport to school in China and associations with physical and mental well-being among national representative children. ⋯ ACS is correlated with better physical and mental well-being. Sustainable transport planning aimed at increasing active travel to school among Chinese children and adolescents is in great need.