Estilos de vida en adolescentes de los colegios de la ciudad de Loja como indicador de crecimiento y habilidades sociales en el periodo 2023-2024

Abstract

Abstract: During adolescence, significant physical growth and maturation is experienced, as well as the achievement of crucial psychosocial goals in the adolescent's transition to adulthood, such as consolidating their independence, acceptance of their self-image, strengthening relationships with their peers and forging their identity. These aspects are closely linked to the lifestyle adopted by adolescents, therefore, the need was seen to carry out this research work that aims to establish the relationship between the level of lifestyle, the growth pattern and the level of social skills in adolescents from two private schools. Methodology: Cross-sectional analytical observational study, which included a total of 211 adolescents. Results: A healthy lifestyle predominated (67%), a normal growth pattern (62%) and a good level of social skills (69%). Conclusions: There is a statistically significant relationship between the level of lifestyle, pattern of growth, and the level of social skills.