Recently added articles from American Journal of Health Studies:
Instrument construction for measuring intention to obtain AED training.(Automated External Defibrillator)
Jun 22, 2006; Blackburn, Martin L. ... Abstract: The purpose of this study was to develop an instrument measuring the strength of factors influencing the acquisition of AED training. The instrument development process included: item generation interviews, a pilot test, a reliability sample, and data analysis. A total of 210 ...
Impact of a college course on perceptions of terrorism preparedness activities.
Jun 22, 2006; Farner, Susan M. ... Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of a college course concerning terrorist attacks and preparedness activities. Information was presented on a variety of current efforts to prepare residents for terrorist activities. The participants' perceptions of the likelihood of ...
Psychological perceptions to walking, water aerobics and yoga in college students.
Jun 22, 2006; Wei, Bing ... Abstract: A study utilizing a college sample compared psychological responses to yoga, water aerobics, and walking. Measurement variables included anxiety, exertion, pain, arousal, and mood. Anxiety was reduced for all modalities, with greatest reduction for water aerobics. Exertion was ...
Faith-based prevention model: a rural African-American case study.
Jun 22, 2006; Barry, Adam E. ... Abstract: This study was designed to assess how a Faith-Based Prevention Model impacted elementary school, middle school, and high school youths' views on five risk factors: accessibility to alcohol, tobacco or other drugs, academic achievement, self-concept, peer behavior, and ...
Health teacher perceptions and teaching practices regarding disordered eating behaviors in high school students.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Thompson, Amy ... Abstract: This investigation assessed health teachers' perceptions and teaching practices regarding disordered eating behaviors. Surveys (n=600) were mailed to a random sample of high school health teachers. The 32-item survey utilized several theoretical constructs. Most respondents (88%) ...
New model for predicting adolescents' sexual intentions.
Jun 22, 2006; Lin, Huey-Ling ... Abstract: Using a sample of 411 urban 7th and 10th graders, the study developed and tested a model of sexual intentions for adolescents where beliefs, alcohol use, and past sexual behaviors were predictors of teenage' sexual intentions. Results of the path analysis revealed a negative ...
Maintaining physical activity: lessons for educators.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Whipple, Kerry ... Abstract: Despite the known risks of physical inactivity, a large proportion of the population lives a sedentary lifestyle. The purpose of this study was to understand how individuals maintain physical activity. Using a grounded theory approach, in-depth interviews were conducted with 15 ...
Behavioral risk factors and socio-demographic characteristics: municipal community needs assessment data.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Singh, Karan P. ... Abstract: A reliable community needs assessment is recommended to accurately assess the health status and needs of the local community. This household survey was designed to accurately identify the needs, priorities, and opinions of the community and conducted the Fort Worth Public Health ...
The Hippocratic Oath, V2.0: using focus groups in health care policy.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Oz, Mehmet C. ... Abstract: Objective: Re-examination of traditional concepts in medicine would help to allow meaningful health care reform. Methods: We studied 6 different pre-defined 10-person focus groups of healthcare workers and patients. The two-hour focus groups were taped and summarized using a ...
Cultural competence in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Boone, Leslie R. ... Abstract: Generally, programs and interventions that integrate culture into the context of their prevention strategies are thought to be very effective in curtailing disease than those designed for the general population. Subsequently, we reviewed the application of cultural competency in ...
Let's play it safe: using a team approach to curriculum development.
Jun 22, 2006; Ford, Tess D. ... Abstract: Research has shown that individuals with disabilities have an increased likelihood of becoming victims of crime. As a result of a community needs assessment in rural southern Illinois, our organization designed a personal safety curriculum specifically for individuals with ...
Wellness factors in first year college students.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; LaFountaine, Janna ... Abstract: One of the priorities for college campuses is an emphasis on promoting healthy behaviors. To assess health promotion behaviors of college students the Wellness Evaluation of Lifestyle (WEL) was used. Students in this study scored highest on the WEL subscales of love (85.64 out of ...
Effects of cognitive dissonance on intentions to change diet and physical activity among college students.(Survey)
Jun 22, 2006; Stellefson, Michael ... Abstract: The purpose of this study was to test the hypothesis that when college students are made to feel cognitive dissonance about their diet and exercise behaviors, they will be more likely to adopt healthier diet and exercise habits--particularly when the dissonance is tied to ...
Use of social ecology model to address alcohol use among college athletes.
Jun 22, 2006; Williams, Ronald D., Jr. ... Abstract: Compared to non-athletes, college athletes consume more alcohol and report higher rates of alcohol-related consequences such as DUI, unsafe sexual practices, and criminal behavior. This poses major problems for the integrity of college athletics, athletic department personnel, ...
A preliminary awareness study of tobacco issues among college students.
Jun 22, 2006; Smith, Matthew Lee ... Abstract: The purpose of this study was to collect preliminary awareness and opinion data from students at a large Midwestern university regarding personal tobacco use, patronage to smoke-free establishments, and support for policies and ordinances prohibiting the use of tobacco on ...
Linking research to health promotion in Texas colonias.
Jun 22, 2006; Sumaya, Carmen ... Abstract: Following the 1993 passage of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the Texas-Mexico border region has experienced rapid growth. Much of this growth has occurred in colonias which often lack proper sewage and water treatment systems. This manuscript reports on ...
