An Explorative Study on the Health Behavior of Middle-Aged Women in the Middle East Area Using the Q-Methodological Approach.
- Author:
Chung Sun PARK
1
Author Information
1. Mokpo Science College, Korea. mjcpark@hanmir.com
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Q-methodology;
Middle-Aged;
Women;
Health Behavior
- MeSH:
Female;
Health Behavior*;
Humans;
Middle East*;
Principal Component Analysis;
Quality of Life
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Community Health Nursing
2008;19(3):408-418
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
The purpose of the study is to understand the types and the features of the health behavior of middle-aged women in the Middle East using Q-methodology. A survey was carried out during the period from the 1st of October to the 30th of December, 2006. Data for thirty five (35) women out of forty-nine (49) were analyzed through Principal Component Analysis and WRAP (Weighted Rotational Analytical Procedure). Analysis results showed that the group was divided into four types: Type I is health management; Type II is social activity; Type III is exercise orientation; and Type IV is religious dependency. Types I, II, and III were in a positive correlation with one another, and Type IV was not correlated with the other types. Subjective perception on the health behavior of middle-aged women in the Middle East (Jordan) was investigated and compared with middle-aged Korean women. The results of this study may provide more effective ways to improve the condition of health management and to promote the quality of life.
