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ArticlePreventive medicine reports2025

Integrating lifestyle behaviors in school education: A proactive approach to preventive medicine.

Mohamad Motevalli, Fatima Cody Stanford, Günther Apflauer, Katharina Christina Wirnitzer

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Mohamad MotevalliDepartment of Sport Science, University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.
Fatima Cody StanfordMGH Weight Center, Department of Medicine-Division of Endocrinology-Neuroendocrine, Department of Pediatrics-Division of Endocrinology, Nutrition Obesity Research Center at Harvard (NORCH), Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
Günther ApflauerFederal Ministry for Education, Science and Research, Department of School and University Sports, Vienna, Austria.
Katharina Christina WirnitzerDepartment of Sport Science, University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objective: Individual behavior is regarded as the primary factor influencing health. Despite recent advances in health science, the increasing prevalence of both non-communicable diseases and unhealthy lifestyle behaviors needs to be effectively controlled. The objective of this short communication is to explore the theoretical basis for integrating lifestyle habits into school education and highlight its significance for public health policy. Methods: A conceptual, perspective-driven analysis was conducted, drawing on evidence from existing literature on the role of educational settings in promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors. The study evaluates current physical education (PE) programs and curricula addressing health-related issues while proposing an updated, proactive approach to mitigating existing health concerns. Results: Schools have significant potential to cultivate healthy lifestyle habits through practical, real-life applications. PE is a primary school-based subject capable of promoting an active lifestyle; however, debates persist regarding its adequacy and effectiveness in other facets of health promotion. From a holistic perspective, it is proposed that PE be evolved into lifestyle education (LE), that aims to integrate all lifestyle factors-beyond physical activity-within the school-based educational framework on a global scale. Conclusions: Establishing school-based LE appears crucial for addressing the growing pandemic of chronic health conditions from their earliest origins.

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ChildrenEducationHealth behaviorHealth policyLifestylePreventionPublic health

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PMID39995882
PMCPMC11848797

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