Linking socio-behavioral health and accelerometer wear time in caregiver–preschooler dyads: The moderating role of coping strategies

Findings underscore the importance of caregiver coping styles in behavioral data collection with young children. Tailored interventions that support caregivers in using more effective coping strategies may improve accelerometer protocol compliance. The results may also shed light on how caregiver coping can be targeted to promote healthy behaviors such as physical activity and sleep within families.