SynthesisBMC public health2016
The application of theories of the policy process to obesity prevention: a systematic review and meta-synthesis.
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35 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
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- Policy diffusion theory, evidence-informed public health, and public health political science: a scoping review.Canadian journal of public health = Revue canadienne de sante publique · 2023Article
- Public Support for Nutrition-Related Actions by Food Companies in Australia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Findings from the 2020 International Food Policy Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Article
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- Generating Political Commitment for Regulatory Interventions Targeting Dietary Harms and Poor Nutrition: A Case Study on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxation in Australia.International journal of health policy and management · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundTheories of the policy process are recommended as tools to help explain both policy stasis and change.
methodsA systematic review of the application of such theoretical frameworks within the field of obesity prevention policy was conducted. A meta-synthesis was also undertaken to identify the key influences on policy decision-making.
resultsThe review identified 17 studies of obesity prevention policy underpinned by political science theories. The majority of included studies were conducted in the United States (US), with significant heterogeneity in terms of policy level (e.g., national, state) studied, areas of focus, and methodologies used. Many of the included studies were methodologically limited, in regard to rigour and trustworthiness. Prominent themes identified included the role of groups and networks, political institutions, and political system characteristics, issue framing, the use of evidence, personal values and beliefs, prevailing political ideology, and timing.
conclusionsThe limited application of political science theories indicates a need for future theoretically based research into the complexity of policy-making and multiple influences on obesity prevention policy processes.
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