A Study on Osteoporosis Knowledge, Health Beliefs and Health Behaviors among Female College Students.
10.12799/jkachn.2011.22.2.111
- Author:
Hyejin MIN
1
;
Hee Young OH
Author Information
1. Eulji University Hospital, Korea.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Osteoporosis;
Knowledge;
Health;
Belief;
Health behavior
- MeSH:
Female*;
Health Behavior*;
Humans;
Osteoporosis*;
Surveys and Questionnaires
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Community Health Nursing
2011;22(2):111-120
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate osteoporosis knowledge, health beliefs, and influencing factors on health behaviors among female college students. METHODS: Using the Osteoporosis Quiz, the Health belief Scale, and the Health Behavior Questionnaire, data were collected from 314 female college students from 4 universities located in Chungcheong providence. RESULTS: The mean scores of knowledge and health belief were 12.7+/-3.81 and 90.9+/-12.66, respectively. There was a statistically significant correlation between osteoporosis knowledge and health belief (p<.001). Also, a statistically significant correlation was found between health belief and health behavior (p<.001). According to the regression model, knowledge, perceived benefit, perceived barrier, family history of osteoporosis, and health interest explained 6.7% of total variance in health behavior. CONCLUSION: Female college students should be taught to be aware of the importance of proper dietary intake and regular exercise as a way to maintain or promote the health of their bones so that they can prevent osteoporosis.
