<![CDATA[Adolescence is a critical transitional period requiring adequate and balanced nutrition to support optimal physical growth and psychosocial development. However, unhealthy Eating Behaviors such as skipping breakfast, consuming unbalanced diets, and frequent intake of foods high in sugar, salt, and fat are still commonly observed. Parenting styles and breakfast habits are considered important factors influencing adolescents’ Eating Behavior. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between parenting styles and breakfast habits with Eating Behavior among adolescents. This study employed a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design conducted at SMK Negeri 62 Jakarta, South Jakarta. The population consisted of 578 active students, with 94 respondents selected based on inclusion criteria, including willingness to participate, being physically and mentally healthy, and living with their parents, particularly their mothers. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test to examine the relationships between variables. The results showed that most adolescents experienced an authoritative parenting style (62%), while authoritarian (72%) and permissive (67%) parenting styles were generally low. The majority of respondents had negative breakfast habits (71%). Eating Behavior was predominantly in the medium category (59%), while the type of food consumed was mostly in the low category (98%). Bivariate analysis revealed that permissive parenting style was significantly associated with adolescents’ Eating Behavior (p=0.004), whereas authoritarian (p=0.084) and authoritative (p=0.142) parenting styles were not significantly associated. Breakfast habits were also significantly related to Eating Behavior (p=0.006). In conclusion, permissive parenting style and breakfast habits are significant factors influencing adolescents’ Eating Behavior. Therefore, promoting healthy breakfast routines and appropriate parenting practices is essential to improve adolescents’ nutritional behavior.]]>
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