Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 21, Issue 1 , Pages 45-56 , February 2006

Effective Weight Loss for Overweight Children: A Meta-Analysis of Intervention Studies

  • Julia A. Snethen, PhD, RN

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence and reprint requests to Julia A. Snethen, PhD, RN, College of Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Box 413, Cunningham Hall, Milwaukee, WI 53201.
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  • Marion E. Broome, PhD, RN, FAAN
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  • Susan E. Cashin, PhD

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2005.06.006

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 21, Issue 1 , Pages 45-56 , February 2006

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