The Factors Influencing Intention of Dementia Prevention Behavior in Adults with Hypertension or Diabetes
10.12799/jkachn.2020.31.4.481
- Author:
Yeong-Mi SEO
1
;
Nam Joo JE
;
Eun Sook LEE
Author Information
1. Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Gyeongnam National University of Science and Technology, Jinju, Korea
- Publication Type:ORIGINAL ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Korean Academy of Community Health Nursing
2020;31(4):481-490
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Purpose:The purpose of the present study is to examine the factors influencing intention of dementia prevention behavior in adults with hypertension or diabetes.
Methods:A total of 113 community-dwelling adults with hypertension or diabetes agreed to participate in this study. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-test, ANOVA, correlation, and multiple regression.
Results:Self-efficacy and cues to action toward dementia prevention behavior were factors influencing intention of dementia prevention behavior of participations. Self-efficacy toward dementia prevention behavior was the most influential factor. These factors accounted for 22% of intention of dementia prevention behavior.
Conclusion:These results suggest a need for strengthening self-efficacy to increase intention of dementia preventive behaviors. And dementia prevention programs should be developed in consideration of strategies to reinforce cues to action.
