Procesos psicológicos básicos incluidos en publicaciones científicas sobre comportamiento alimentario en niños: revisión sistemática

Abstract

This research aimed to recognize which of the basic psychological processes are presented in the scientific literature of the last 11 years dedicated to analysis of eating behavior of children aged 5 to 12 years. A systematic review in Science Direct, Scopus, Scielo and Redalyc was conducted, with a final sample of 41 publications. Substantial research was identified in memory and perception, while few studies were found in decision-making and attention. The techniques most used were exposure to food and interview, while direct observation was detected less frequently. Age, gender and nutritional status of the participants were analyzed in 68.3% of the articles. Research in decision making and direct observation of everyday life is suggested as a priority.