Dimensional Model for Estimating Factors influencing Childhood Obesity: Path Analysis Based Modeling

Table 9

Socioeconomic status related to weight status of children (through physical activity).

Model	Variables	𝛼-value	𝐵
Direct relationship	Socioeconomic→ weight status of children	0.05	−0.43
Indirect relationship	Socioeconomic→ physical activity→ weight status	0.05	0.10
Total effect	Direct + indirect	0.05	0.33