Abstract
ABSTRACTMilitary service members and their families have unique environmental factors that may influence their lifestyle and behaviors. This study, using the social ecological model, was designed to explore the body image perceptions among military family members. Exploratory qualitative focus group interviews were conducted at child development centers on two military bases in the southwest United States. Researchers conducted a total of 8 group discussions with 24 parents. Four themes emerged from the discussions, including: military requirements, partnership, negative fat talk, and encouraging communication. These themes can inform future research about body image perceptions and weight management in military families and guide education programs.
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