Pub Date : 2023-04-05DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2023.2186982
S. Saha, M. Murimi, W. Oldewage-Theron
ABSTRACT Background Lack of nutrition knowledge, low preference for fruits and vegetables (F&V), and underdeveloped taste are recognized as modifiable influencers of children’s F&V intake. Purpose To assess the effectiveness of a behavior-and age-specific nutrition education intervention to improve nutrition knowledge and preference for F&V among elementary school children. Methods In a quasi-experimental pre-and posttest assessment designed study, a six-week nutrition education intervention (including class-based nutrition education, hands-on activities, cooking demonstrations, and tasting) was implemented at four elementary schools. Nutrition knowledge and preference for F&V were evaluated at baseline and after the intervention. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was carried out to examine the differences between baseline and post-assessment. Results A total of 115 children (3rd- 5th grade) completed both baseline and post-assessment. After the intervention, participants showed a significant improvement in nutrition knowledge (mean [± sd] change score: 7.6 ± 3.7, P < .001). A significant improvement in F&V preference (Ps < .001) was found among the participants after the intervention. Discussion An age-and behavior-focused nutrition education intervention can improve children’s nutrition knowledge and F&V preference. Translation to Health Education Practice: This nutrition education curriculum can be implemented for the child population (age-specific groups) by adapting cultural priorities in nutrition lessons and cooking recipes. A AJHE Self-Study quiz is online for this article via the SHAPE America Online Institute (SAOI) http://portal.shapeamerica.org/trn-Webinars
{"title":"Effectiveness of a Behavior-and Age-Specific Nutrition Education Intervention to Promote Nutrition Knowledge and Preference for Fruits and Vegetables among Elementary School Children","authors":"S. Saha, M. Murimi, W. Oldewage-Theron","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2023.2186982","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2023.2186982","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background Lack of nutrition knowledge, low preference for fruits and vegetables (F&V), and underdeveloped taste are recognized as modifiable influencers of children’s F&V intake. Purpose To assess the effectiveness of a behavior-and age-specific nutrition education intervention to improve nutrition knowledge and preference for F&V among elementary school children. Methods In a quasi-experimental pre-and posttest assessment designed study, a six-week nutrition education intervention (including class-based nutrition education, hands-on activities, cooking demonstrations, and tasting) was implemented at four elementary schools. Nutrition knowledge and preference for F&V were evaluated at baseline and after the intervention. Wilcoxon signed-rank test was carried out to examine the differences between baseline and post-assessment. Results A total of 115 children (3rd- 5th grade) completed both baseline and post-assessment. After the intervention, participants showed a significant improvement in nutrition knowledge (mean [± sd] change score: 7.6 ± 3.7, P < .001). A significant improvement in F&V preference (Ps < .001) was found among the participants after the intervention. Discussion An age-and behavior-focused nutrition education intervention can improve children’s nutrition knowledge and F&V preference. Translation to Health Education Practice: This nutrition education curriculum can be implemented for the child population (age-specific groups) by adapting cultural priorities in nutrition lessons and cooking recipes. A AJHE Self-Study quiz is online for this article via the SHAPE America Online Institute (SAOI) http://portal.shapeamerica.org/trn-Webinars","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47805175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-04-05DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2023.2187487
Taynara Formagini, Jarron M. Saint Onge, M. O’Brien, M. Ramírez, J. Brooks
ABSTRACT Background The impact of the National Diabetes Prevention Program (N-DPP) for Latinos post-program participation is uncertain. Purpose We examine the experiences of Latinos who participated in the N-DPP in continuing the dietary and physical activity changes learned in the program. Methods This is a qualitative descriptive interview study. We recruited 19 Latino adults who participated in a culturally and linguistically adapted N-DPP. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data and report emerging themes. Results Participants discussed how the program improved their knowledge about healthier lifestyles, and shared specific tools and strategies that they used to maintain learned program behaviors. Factors related to discontinuation of behaviors included missing the group social support, losing commitment over time, and avoiding family conflict. Maintenance of behaviors was mainly facilitated by family support. Discussion Our study suggests that Latinos who participated in the N-DPP gained useful knowledge on healthier behaviors and learning strategies for implementation into their lifestyle, but barriers remain. Translation to Health Education Practice Adaptations of the program for Latinos should consider the important roles of family and social support to improve N-DPP outcomes for this group and better support Latinos in preventing diabetes.
{"title":"The Experience of Spanish-Speaking Latinos in Maintaining Dietary and Physical Activity Changes after the National Diabetes Prevention Program","authors":"Taynara Formagini, Jarron M. Saint Onge, M. O’Brien, M. Ramírez, J. Brooks","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2023.2187487","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2023.2187487","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background The impact of the National Diabetes Prevention Program (N-DPP) for Latinos post-program participation is uncertain. Purpose We examine the experiences of Latinos who participated in the N-DPP in continuing the dietary and physical activity changes learned in the program. Methods This is a qualitative descriptive interview study. We recruited 19 Latino adults who participated in a culturally and linguistically adapted N-DPP. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data and report emerging themes. Results Participants discussed how the program improved their knowledge about healthier lifestyles, and shared specific tools and strategies that they used to maintain learned program behaviors. Factors related to discontinuation of behaviors included missing the group social support, losing commitment over time, and avoiding family conflict. Maintenance of behaviors was mainly facilitated by family support. Discussion Our study suggests that Latinos who participated in the N-DPP gained useful knowledge on healthier behaviors and learning strategies for implementation into their lifestyle, but barriers remain. Translation to Health Education Practice Adaptations of the program for Latinos should consider the important roles of family and social support to improve N-DPP outcomes for this group and better support Latinos in preventing diabetes.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-04-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45663950","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-03-31DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2023.2186984
W. Nesser, Eun-Hye Grace Yi, Amy J. Wotring, M. Hutchins, Scott W. Snyder
ABSTRACT Background Significant advances in the treatment of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) have extended life expectancy, increasing the number of CF caregivers who deliver demanding daily treatment regimens and manage uncertainty. With the impact these changes have on CF caregivers, it is critical to understand CF caregiver quality of life (QoL). Purpose To examine how QoL is measured in CF caregiver research and identify which QoL domains from the World Health Organization (WHO) framework are represented in CF caregiver QoL outcomes. Methods Literature published from 2003 to the present was searched to identify all relevant articles in online academic databases related to measurement of CF caregiver QoL. Results Findings suggest there is inconsistency within QoL measurement with CF caregivers and no existing scale accounts for all aspects of CF caregiver QoL from the WHO’s framework. Discussion The disconnect between how CF caregiver QoL is measured and how it is defined presents a challenge in utilizing information gleaned to best provide targeted and relevant services and resources to CF caregivers. Translation to Health Education Practice: A better understanding of caregiver QoL across all WHO domains will allow development of targeted programs to adequately address challenges for CF caregivers.
{"title":"A Partial Picture, Without a Frame: Measuring Quality of Life in Cystic Fibrosis Caregivers","authors":"W. Nesser, Eun-Hye Grace Yi, Amy J. Wotring, M. Hutchins, Scott W. Snyder","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2023.2186984","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2023.2186984","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background Significant advances in the treatment of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) have extended life expectancy, increasing the number of CF caregivers who deliver demanding daily treatment regimens and manage uncertainty. With the impact these changes have on CF caregivers, it is critical to understand CF caregiver quality of life (QoL). Purpose To examine how QoL is measured in CF caregiver research and identify which QoL domains from the World Health Organization (WHO) framework are represented in CF caregiver QoL outcomes. Methods Literature published from 2003 to the present was searched to identify all relevant articles in online academic databases related to measurement of CF caregiver QoL. Results Findings suggest there is inconsistency within QoL measurement with CF caregivers and no existing scale accounts for all aspects of CF caregiver QoL from the WHO’s framework. Discussion The disconnect between how CF caregiver QoL is measured and how it is defined presents a challenge in utilizing information gleaned to best provide targeted and relevant services and resources to CF caregivers. Translation to Health Education Practice: A better understanding of caregiver QoL across all WHO domains will allow development of targeted programs to adequately address challenges for CF caregivers.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44844092","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-03-31DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2023.2186985
Jessica Samuolis, Emma Higley, Julia Leone
ABSTRACT Background High rates of stress have been found among college students during the COVID-19 pandemic and research on students’ use of coping strategies during the pandemic is needed, particularly during periods of extensive restrictions on campus. Purpose The current study examined stress and coping during a campus red alert at a mid-sized U.S. university. Methods Data collected from an online survey sent out to undergraduate students 30 days after a COVID-19 red alert status (akin to a campus lockdown) was instituted on a college campus in the Fall of 2020 were analyzed. The survey included scales assessing coping strategies and perceived stress. Results Regression analyses indicated that stress during the red alert was associated with several maladaptive coping strategies, such as denial, substance use and behavioral disengagement. Whereas stress was inversely associated with positive coping strategies, such as active coping, planning, and acceptance. Discussion Health education efforts during campus lockdowns should include screening for stress, increased access to mental health services, coping skills-related informational workshops, and virtual recreational and social opportunities. Translation to Health Education Practice The study highlights how assessing stress and coping among college students during public health events can guide health education activities for college students.
{"title":"Stress and Coping among College Students during a COVID-19 Red Alert Status on Campus","authors":"Jessica Samuolis, Emma Higley, Julia Leone","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2023.2186985","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2023.2186985","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background High rates of stress have been found among college students during the COVID-19 pandemic and research on students’ use of coping strategies during the pandemic is needed, particularly during periods of extensive restrictions on campus. Purpose The current study examined stress and coping during a campus red alert at a mid-sized U.S. university. Methods Data collected from an online survey sent out to undergraduate students 30 days after a COVID-19 red alert status (akin to a campus lockdown) was instituted on a college campus in the Fall of 2020 were analyzed. The survey included scales assessing coping strategies and perceived stress. Results Regression analyses indicated that stress during the red alert was associated with several maladaptive coping strategies, such as denial, substance use and behavioral disengagement. Whereas stress was inversely associated with positive coping strategies, such as active coping, planning, and acceptance. Discussion Health education efforts during campus lockdowns should include screening for stress, increased access to mental health services, coping skills-related informational workshops, and virtual recreational and social opportunities. Translation to Health Education Practice The study highlights how assessing stress and coping among college students during public health events can guide health education activities for college students.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-03-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44769297","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-02-13DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2023.2164942
Ayron E. Walker, M. Olfert, S. Scarneo-Miller, D. Totzkay, E. Claydon
ABSTRACT Background There is a critical need to build knowledge among community nutrition and health educators to ensure that nutrition interventions are appropriate. Purpose Assess experts’ perceptions on a novel D&I training for nutrition and health education. Methods Experts were recruited by a selective sample in nutrition implementation science. Experts reported their opinions about learning objectives and a training syllabus by responding to 7-point Likert scale questions and qualitative feedback on the curriculum. Quantitative data were analyzed for descriptive statistics and frequency analysis. Qualitative survey results from the expert review and feedback were analyzed and categorized into topic and theme. Results Respondents (n = 31) were female (94%), White (81%), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (71%). Most respondents categorized the learning strategies and syllabus as generally positive (4–7) on the Likert scales. Key components of the course – including case study assignments, projects, and guided reading questions – as beneficial for student learning. Discussion Application-based learning and activities are essential components to this D&I training and assist in translating learning objectives to behavioral outcomes. Translation to Health Education Practice This course offers a practical solution for health educators to meet competencies needed for credentialing and continuing education in implementing nutrition and health interventions.
{"title":"Nutrition-Specific Dissemination and Implementation Science Training Development and Feedback","authors":"Ayron E. Walker, M. Olfert, S. Scarneo-Miller, D. Totzkay, E. Claydon","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2023.2164942","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2023.2164942","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background There is a critical need to build knowledge among community nutrition and health educators to ensure that nutrition interventions are appropriate. Purpose Assess experts’ perceptions on a novel D&I training for nutrition and health education. Methods Experts were recruited by a selective sample in nutrition implementation science. Experts reported their opinions about learning objectives and a training syllabus by responding to 7-point Likert scale questions and qualitative feedback on the curriculum. Quantitative data were analyzed for descriptive statistics and frequency analysis. Qualitative survey results from the expert review and feedback were analyzed and categorized into topic and theme. Results Respondents (n = 31) were female (94%), White (81%), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (71%). Most respondents categorized the learning strategies and syllabus as generally positive (4–7) on the Likert scales. Key components of the course – including case study assignments, projects, and guided reading questions – as beneficial for student learning. Discussion Application-based learning and activities are essential components to this D&I training and assist in translating learning objectives to behavioral outcomes. Translation to Health Education Practice This course offers a practical solution for health educators to meet competencies needed for credentialing and continuing education in implementing nutrition and health interventions.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41665392","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-02-13DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2022.2163009
Stephanie Bryan, Maryellen Hamilton, Jay C. Garrels, Mia Ruhlen, G. Zipp
ABSTRACT Background The American Psychological Association reports that Generation Z are suffering mentally and physically more than any other group. Purpose Measure the effects of a 16-week, online college-level “Complementary Therapies in Health Course” through the lens of the biopsychosocial-spiritual model on measures of health and aspects of well-being in college students. Methods A mixed method, controlled, repeated measures study delivered in an online synchronous college-level health course. The course curriculum included the science and practice of compassion, happiness, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, service, gratitude, longevity, movement, and more. Results 42 students 18–23 participated. A significant between subjects cross-over effect demonstrating improvements in the intervention group and deterioration in the control group was found using the Self Compassion Scale (p < .005), Self-Compassion subscale of Judgment (p < .001), Spiritual Well-being Scale (p < .047), and the Pemberton Happiness Index (p < .007). The Self Compassion Scale also revealed a within subjects significant effect (p < .001). Qualitative data revealed improvements in compassion, feelings of happiness, sleep, exercise and health habits, gratitude, mindfulness, spiritual feelings, and more. Discussion Health education predicated on the biopsychosocial-spiritual model is efficacious. Translation to Health Education Practices A whole person, complementary health approach to education programming has widespread, positive effects on college students. A AJHE Self-Study quiz is online for this article via the SHAPE America Online Institute (SAOI) http://portal.shapeamerica.org/trn-Webinars
{"title":"Innovation in Health Programming: College Students Benefit from an Array of Complementary Approaches to Health Improvement Framed by the Biopsychosocial-Spiritual Model","authors":"Stephanie Bryan, Maryellen Hamilton, Jay C. Garrels, Mia Ruhlen, G. Zipp","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2022.2163009","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2163009","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background The American Psychological Association reports that Generation Z are suffering mentally and physically more than any other group. Purpose Measure the effects of a 16-week, online college-level “Complementary Therapies in Health Course” through the lens of the biopsychosocial-spiritual model on measures of health and aspects of well-being in college students. Methods A mixed method, controlled, repeated measures study delivered in an online synchronous college-level health course. The course curriculum included the science and practice of compassion, happiness, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, service, gratitude, longevity, movement, and more. Results 42 students 18–23 participated. A significant between subjects cross-over effect demonstrating improvements in the intervention group and deterioration in the control group was found using the Self Compassion Scale (p < .005), Self-Compassion subscale of Judgment (p < .001), Spiritual Well-being Scale (p < .047), and the Pemberton Happiness Index (p < .007). The Self Compassion Scale also revealed a within subjects significant effect (p < .001). Qualitative data revealed improvements in compassion, feelings of happiness, sleep, exercise and health habits, gratitude, mindfulness, spiritual feelings, and more. Discussion Health education predicated on the biopsychosocial-spiritual model is efficacious. Translation to Health Education Practices A whole person, complementary health approach to education programming has widespread, positive effects on college students. A AJHE Self-Study quiz is online for this article via the SHAPE America Online Institute (SAOI) http://portal.shapeamerica.org/trn-Webinars","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45082496","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-02-09DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2022.2163008
Minsuk Oh, K. Ylitalo
ABSTRACT Background The role of physical activity (PA) in mitigating fall risk among adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD) is unclear. Purpose We examined the associations of CVD–PA phenotypes with falls. Methods Adults ≥ 45 years (n = 295,282; N = 130,103,093) from the 2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System who self-reported CVD, leisure-time PA, and falls were examined. The weighted prevalence ratio (PR) of any, recurrent, and injurious falls across CVD–PA phenotypes (no CVD–PA, no CVD–no PA, CVD–PA, CVD–no PA) was estimated. Results The likelihood of any, recurrent, and injurious falls was higher across unhealthier CVD–PA phenotypes in fully adjusted models. In the total sample, no CVD–no PA (PR: 1.30; 95% CI: 1.10, 1.50), CVD–PA (PR: 1.35; 95% CI: 1.10, 1.60), and CVD–no PA (PR: 1.39; 95% CI: 1.11, 1.67) phenotypes were more likely to report injurious falls than no CVD–PA phenotype. Discussion Engaging in leisure-time PA may be an important lifestyle strategy for fall prevention in midlife and older adults who are at risk of CVD. Translations to Health Education Practice Our findings could be useful for health education in providing evidence on future fall prevention programs in adults who are at risk for CVD and falls.
{"title":"Association of Cardiovascular Disease and Physical Activity Phenotypes with Falls among Midlife and Older Adults: 2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System","authors":"Minsuk Oh, K. Ylitalo","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2022.2163008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2163008","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background The role of physical activity (PA) in mitigating fall risk among adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD) is unclear. Purpose We examined the associations of CVD–PA phenotypes with falls. Methods Adults ≥ 45 years (n = 295,282; N = 130,103,093) from the 2018 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System who self-reported CVD, leisure-time PA, and falls were examined. The weighted prevalence ratio (PR) of any, recurrent, and injurious falls across CVD–PA phenotypes (no CVD–PA, no CVD–no PA, CVD–PA, CVD–no PA) was estimated. Results The likelihood of any, recurrent, and injurious falls was higher across unhealthier CVD–PA phenotypes in fully adjusted models. In the total sample, no CVD–no PA (PR: 1.30; 95% CI: 1.10, 1.50), CVD–PA (PR: 1.35; 95% CI: 1.10, 1.60), and CVD–no PA (PR: 1.39; 95% CI: 1.11, 1.67) phenotypes were more likely to report injurious falls than no CVD–PA phenotype. Discussion Engaging in leisure-time PA may be an important lifestyle strategy for fall prevention in midlife and older adults who are at risk of CVD. Translations to Health Education Practice Our findings could be useful for health education in providing evidence on future fall prevention programs in adults who are at risk for CVD and falls.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"60060598","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-01-30DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2022.2163010
Gülçe Mutluer, Defne Yilmaz
ABSTRACT Background In comparison to other eating problems, there is less information on healthy eating fixation (HEF) in the literature. Purpose Understanding the effects of previous family experiences, which have a multidimensional impact on the individual and on other eating disorders, is important to better comprehend the HEF. Methods The current study examined the relationships between HEF and previous family experiences as well as eating attitudes. It is a cross-sectional survey design with a convenience sample of 18–24-year-olds (n = 225) based on a quantitative analysis method. Results Except for “limited social activity,” a sub-factor significantly related to HEF, and “health and social problems,” a sub-factor significantly related to healthy orthorexia (HO), both HEF and HO did not significantly relate to past family life. The outcomes showed that the participants’ eating attitudes had a significant relationship with HEF (r = .57, p < .001) and HO (r = .23, p = .001). Discussion The findings suggest that people with HEF have disordered eating attitudes. Furthermore, practitioners should be aware that family factors may be a risk factor for orthorexia. Translations to Health Education Practice These results may help to educate and increase awareness among health educators and mental health professionals regarding the identification, treatment, and recovery of eating disorders and HEF.
{"title":"Relationship Between Healthy Eating Fixation (Orthorexia) and Past Family Life, and Eating Attitudes in Young Adults","authors":"Gülçe Mutluer, Defne Yilmaz","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2022.2163010","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2163010","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background In comparison to other eating problems, there is less information on healthy eating fixation (HEF) in the literature. Purpose Understanding the effects of previous family experiences, which have a multidimensional impact on the individual and on other eating disorders, is important to better comprehend the HEF. Methods The current study examined the relationships between HEF and previous family experiences as well as eating attitudes. It is a cross-sectional survey design with a convenience sample of 18–24-year-olds (n = 225) based on a quantitative analysis method. Results Except for “limited social activity,” a sub-factor significantly related to HEF, and “health and social problems,” a sub-factor significantly related to healthy orthorexia (HO), both HEF and HO did not significantly relate to past family life. The outcomes showed that the participants’ eating attitudes had a significant relationship with HEF (r = .57, p < .001) and HO (r = .23, p = .001). Discussion The findings suggest that people with HEF have disordered eating attitudes. Furthermore, practitioners should be aware that family factors may be a risk factor for orthorexia. Translations to Health Education Practice These results may help to educate and increase awareness among health educators and mental health professionals regarding the identification, treatment, and recovery of eating disorders and HEF.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45570663","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-01-27DOI: 10.1080/19325037.2022.2163006
Maidah Raja, S. Radhakrishnan, Rebecca A. Milan, Deidre Hurse, Caress A. Dean
ABSTRACT Background In 2020, Detroit residents’ crude kidney disease mortality rate was 1.48 times the state’s rate. Purpose Evaluated Detroit residents’ chronic kidney disease (CKD) knowledge, risk, belief, and preventative practices. Additionally, it examined the association between residents’ CKD knowledge, their sociodemographics, CKD risk and belief. Methods 378 Detroit residents, ages 20 years or older, were recruited from May 2019-August 2021 to complete the Qualtrics survey on their CKD knowledge, beliefs, and risk. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression were conducted to meet the study’s purpose. Results Most participants were unaware of dry and itchy skin as a CKD symptom (60%). African Americans (β = −1.5; p = .002) and those with a high school education or less (β = −1.46; p = .038) had lower knowledge scores than White residents and those with higher education. Participants’ knowledge score increased by 0.64 as CKD risk score increased by 1 (β = 0.64; p = .019). Discussion CKD knowledge is low among Detroit residents and associated with race, education, and risk level. Translation to Health Education Practice: African American Detroit residents would benefit from targeted marketing and communication plans that increase their knowledge of CKD prevention. It also depicts key components (e.g., risks factors) that should be communicated in the messages.
{"title":"Assessing Chronic Kidney Disease Knowledge, Beliefs, and Risk among Detroit Residents","authors":"Maidah Raja, S. Radhakrishnan, Rebecca A. Milan, Deidre Hurse, Caress A. Dean","doi":"10.1080/19325037.2022.2163006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2163006","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Background In 2020, Detroit residents’ crude kidney disease mortality rate was 1.48 times the state’s rate. Purpose Evaluated Detroit residents’ chronic kidney disease (CKD) knowledge, risk, belief, and preventative practices. Additionally, it examined the association between residents’ CKD knowledge, their sociodemographics, CKD risk and belief. Methods 378 Detroit residents, ages 20 years or older, were recruited from May 2019-August 2021 to complete the Qualtrics survey on their CKD knowledge, beliefs, and risk. Descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression were conducted to meet the study’s purpose. Results Most participants were unaware of dry and itchy skin as a CKD symptom (60%). African Americans (β = −1.5; p = .002) and those with a high school education or less (β = −1.46; p = .038) had lower knowledge scores than White residents and those with higher education. Participants’ knowledge score increased by 0.64 as CKD risk score increased by 1 (β = 0.64; p = .019). Discussion CKD knowledge is low among Detroit residents and associated with race, education, and risk level. Translation to Health Education Practice: African American Detroit residents would benefit from targeted marketing and communication plans that increase their knowledge of CKD prevention. It also depicts key components (e.g., risks factors) that should be communicated in the messages.","PeriodicalId":46846,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Health Education","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2023-01-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46619488","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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