Weight Status, Psychosocial Factors, and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Jordanian Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Study Using Structural Equation Modeling
Cross-sectional analysis reveals bullying and mental health significantly affect health-related quality of life in adolescents, indicating the need for school-based interventions.
Key Points
Bullying is a key mediator between weight status and health-related quality of life among adolescents.
Depression and anxiety significantly predict poorer psychological health-related quality of life outcomes.
Improved school experiences and physical activity are linked to better quality of life in adolescents.
Interventions targeting bullying and mental health may enhance health-related quality of life among Jordanian youth.