Family influence on childhood excess weight in the Region of Murcia, Spain.

Introduction: In Spain, childhood obesity is worrying, and its development might be influenced by the family setting. The objectives were to determine the prevalence of excess weight among adolescents, evaluate family variables that could affect it, and determine parents' body perception.

Population And Methods: Cross-sectional study; students from five secondary schools in health area V of the Region of Murcia were included.