| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7337548 | Social Science & Medicine | 2013 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
⺠This study finds peer effects in adolescent BMI using a sample from rural China. ⺠The peer effects in adolescent BMI are stronger for girls than for boys. ⺠The influence of same-gender peers is significant for girls but not for boys. ⺠Policies aiming at reducing underweight may be more effective in girls. ⺠Policies battling overweight or obesity may be more effective in boys.
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Authors
Chung-Ping A. Loh, Qiang Li,