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To investigate how gender norms influence obesity among African American Christian young adults in different denominations.

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Gendered Denominational Differences in Obesity among African American Christian Young Adults.

PRPaul A. RobbinsPurdue University West Lafayette EGEric E. GriffithUtah State University CSClarke SheadDuke University

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To investigate how gender norms influence obesity among African American Christian young adults in different denominations.
Examined obesity rates among Pentecostal and Baptist adherents
Analyzed the role of gender norms in health messaging
Identified potential contributors to health outcome disparities
Obesity rates differ between Pentecostal and Baptist groups.
Gender norms significantly influence health behaviors and messaging.
Tailored health interventions could improve outcomes in these communities.

Abstract

Obesity disparities among Pentecostal and Baptist adherents may signal the need to examine the potential effect of gender norms on differential health messaging and behaviors within these groups. By understanding potential contributors to heterogeneous health outcomes among young adults, health interventions within African American churches can be tailored to best fit their populations.

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