Table 4 Psychological impacts of CHAMP on families
Subtheme | Description | Example quote |
|---|---|---|
A judgement of parenting | Parents may feel judged or reassured, depending on the BMI result | “If your child is not where they should be, it can give you feelings that you are failing as a parent.” |
Increased reflection and monitoring | CHAMP can prompt parents to stop, reflect and monitor | “I have to check whether she is eating well, whether she is growing, but I have to look after her weight.” |
Psychological impacts on children | Concern about children worrying over weight from a young age | “I think [she’s] young to be worrying about weight.” |