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Patricia Tucker

Researcher at University of Western Ontario

Publications -  131
Citations -  4369

Patricia Tucker is an academic researcher from University of Western Ontario. The author has contributed to research in topics: Medicine & Psychological intervention. The author has an hindex of 29, co-authored 105 publications receiving 3628 citations.

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The effect of season and weather on physical activity: A systematic review

TL;DR: It appears that levels of physical activity vary with seasonality, and the ensuing effect of poor or extreme weather has been identified as a barrier to participation in physical activity among various populations.
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The physical activity levels of preschool-aged children: A systematic review

TL;DR: It is clear that nearly half of preschool-aged children studied are not meeting the recommended guidelines for physical activity, and effective interventions that promote and foster physical activity in children are necessary, especially in females.
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The Influence of the Physical Environment and Sociodemographic Characteristics on Children's Mode of Travel to and From School

TL;DR: The findings demonstrate that active travel is associated with environmental characteristics and suggest that school planners should consider these factors when siting schools in order to promote increased physical activity among students.
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Environmental influences on physical activity levels in youth.

TL;DR: Both subjective and objective measures of recreational opportunities were associated positively with physical activity and greater access to recreational opportunities seem essential to facilitate youths' healthy levels of physical activity.
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The Influence of Local Food Environments on Adolescents’ Food Purchasing Behaviors

TL;DR: In conclusion, macro-level regulations and policies are required to amend the health-detracting neighborhood food environment surrounding children and youth’s home and school.