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ob0001oc2.1 | (1) (2) | UKCO2019

Critical reasoning and advertising in children and adolescents: a narrative synthesis from a systematic review

Croker Helen , Russell Simon , Packer Jessica , Goddings Anne Lisa , Stansfield Claire , Boyland Emma , Viner Russell

Background: There is considerable interest in tightening food and drink advertising restrictions to address childhood obesity. However, regulations often focus on protecting children aged <12 years, with the assumption that older children are cognitively capable of understanding advertising. This review aims to systematically examine whether advertising influences children and adolescents' critical reasoning in relation to health behaviours.Methods: ...