Understanding the Role of Healthy Eating and Fitness Mobile Apps in the Formation of Maladaptive Eating and Exercise Behaviors in Young People.
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Healthy eating and fitness mobile apps are designed to promote healthier living. However, for young people, body dissatisfaction is commonplace, and these types of apps can become a source of maladaptive eating and exercise behaviors. Furthermore, such apps are designed to promote continuous engagement, potentially fostering compulsive behaviors. |
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2019
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Journal |
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JMIR mHealth and uHealth
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7
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6
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e14239
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Date Published |
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2019
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https://mhealth.jmir.org/2019/6/e14239/
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DOI |
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10.2196/14239
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Short Title |
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JMIR Mhealth Uhealth
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