Self-reported weight and height for evaluating obesity control programs.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore caregiver correlates of adolescent inhalant abuse. METHODS:Youth were surveyed about inhalant use. Caregivers were surveyed about demographics, behaviors, family environment, perceptions of parent/ adolescent interaction, coping strategies, caregiver monitoring of youth and self-reported substance...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Pack R,Krishnamurthy G,Cottrell L,Stanton B,D'Alessandri D,Burns J

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We examined psychographic characteristics associated with tobacco use among Project DECOY participants. METHODS:Project DECOY is a 2-year longitudinal mixed-methods study examining risk for tobacco use among 3418 young adults across 7 Georgia colleges/universities. Baseline measures included sociodemographi...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Berg CJ,Haardörfer R,Lewis M,Getachew B,Lloyd SA,Thomas SF,Lanier A,Trepanier K,Johnston T,Grimsley L,Foster B,Benson S,Smith A,Barr DB,Windle M

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore the relationship between daytime napping and incidence of chronic diseases over the past 6 months among adults in China. METHODS:Based on data collected from 13,469 respondents over age 40 in the Chinese Family Panel Studies in 2010, logistic regression models were estimated to examine the associ...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Zhou J,Kessler AS,Su D

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess the knowledge and attitudes of owners/managers of commercial skin-penetration premises regarding infection control. METHODS:A telephone survey was conducted with a randomly selected sample of 874 owners/managers. RESULTS:Participants appeared to lack knowledge of essential infection-control pract...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Oberdorfer A,Wiggers JH,Considine RJ,Bowman J,Cockburn J

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study risk and protective factors for alcohol-related problems among high schools students in El Paso, Tex. METHODS:A total of 1366 high school students from 16 different high schools in El Paso, Tex, participated in an anonymous questionnaire regarding alcohol use and alcohol-related behaviors. The sampl...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Almodovar A,Tomaka J,Thompson S,McKinnon S,O'Rourke K

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe clinical services and health communication needs for recent immigrants. METHODS:A review of relevant health behavior and policy research published in the past 20 years was conducted. RESULTS:Health coverage for primary care, prenatal and safety net services needs to be continued for all immigrants...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Elder JP

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: In this study, we evaluated the effects of a Transtheoretical model (TTM)-based tailored behavioral intervention (TBI), a non-tailored intervention (NTI) or usual care (UC) on: (1) the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) dietary pattern in 533 individuals with uncontrolled hypertension; and (2) ...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Rodriguez MA,Friedberg JP,DiGiovanni A,Wang B,Wylie-Rosett J,Hyoung S,Natarajan S

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore prevalence of aberrant medication-taking behaviors (AMTB) among headache patients and treating physician's awareness of such behaviors. METHODS:Fifty patientphysician dyads were surveyed on patients' AMTB. RESULTS:The most frequently endorsed behaviors by patients and physicians, respectively, we...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Weaver MF,Bond DS,Arnold BL,Waterhouse E,Towne A

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study cross-sectionally and prospectively examined the impact of adversity experienced prior to college on the health and well-being of students adjusting to their first college semester. METHODS:Two-hundred sixteen (216) first-year students completed measures of adverse life experiences, perceived stre...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Filipkowski KB,Heron KE,Smyth JM

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To implement Ask-Me-3, a program that encourages patients to ask questions of physicians, in a low-income, predominantly Hispanic pediatric practice. METHODS:We publicized Ask-Me-3 with posters/brochures in clinic. We interviewed parents before and 6 months after implementation to determine if they knew abou...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Mika VS,Wood PR,Weiss BD,Treviño L

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To assess cancer perceptions among churchgoers and to examine the potential influence of fatalism and religious beliefs on the use of cancer screening tests. METHODS:Eight semi-structured focus groups were conducted among 67 Hispanic Catholics in Massachusetts. RESULTS:In this sample, there were few refere...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Leyva B,Allen JD,Tom LS,Ospino H,Torres MI,Abraido-Lanza AF

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: In this study, we assessed the effect of Family Diabetes Self-Management Educa- tion (DSME) intervention on changes in self-care behaviors among Marshallese adults with type 2 diabetes. Methods: Marshallese adults (N = 211) with type 2 diabetes were randomized to a Family DSME intervention or a Standard DS...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Felix HC,Narcisse MR,Long CR,English E,Haggard-Duff L,Purvis RS,McElfish PA

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine construct and predictive utility of an adapted cognitive rationalization scale for tanning-bed use. METHODS:Current/former tanning-bedusing undergraduate students (N = 216; 87.6% females; 78.4% white) at a large northeastern university participated in a survey. A cognitive rationalization for tan...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Banerjee SC,Hay JL,Greene K

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We assessed self-medication behaviors and identified factors associated with self-treatment among adults with epilepsy. METHODS:We carried out this study on 380 patients with epilepsy using an author-designed questionnaire. RESULTS:Patients who took medication more than once a day were more likely to compl...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Staniszewska A,Smoleńska E,Religioni U

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To provide a review of weight management components as a means for developing suggested guidelines for online program development or selection. METHODS:Forty-two published studies associated with Internet programs were reviewed. RESULTS:Studies included online weight management components: tailored feedback...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Bensley RJ,Brusk JJ,Rivas J

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Primary care physicians are uniquely positioned to initiate and promote smoking cessation. However, their attitude towards smoking cessation is influenced by many factors, including their own smoking habits and knowledge. The aim of the study was to assess the impact of smoking habits, knowledge, and persona...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Azuri J,Nashef S

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine prevalence and correlates of overweight among adolescents attending alternative high schools (AHS). METHODS:AHS students (n=145) from 6 schools completed surveys and anthropometric measures. Cross-sectional associations were assessed using mixed model multivariate logistic regression. RESULTS:A...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Kubik MY,Davey C,Fulkerson JA,Sirard J,Story M,Arcan C

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the theory of planned behavior (TPB) and TPB with functional ability to explain intention and self-reported physical activity (PA) behavior of older adults. METHODS:A survey was mailed to 2056 retirees from a large Midwestern university. RESULTS:Structural equation modeling revealed that the TPB p...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Gretebeck KA,Black DR,Blue CL,Glickman LT,Huston SA,Gretebeck RJ

更新日期：2007-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine sex-specific disparities in total and abdominal obesity prevalence across 6 ethnic-immigrant groups and explore whether the observed differences were attributable to diet and physical activity (PA). METHODS:Data were from 4331 respondents age 18-64 from the 2003-2006 National Health and Nutrition...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Wen M,Kowaleski-Jones L,Fan JX

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: Research suggests that individuals with physical disabilities use leisure as a way of dealing with stress and receiving social support. A dearth of information exists about the relationships among leisure, coping, and social support. The purpose of this study was to investigate the types of leisure activit...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Han A,Kim J,Kim J

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We evaluated whether implicit racial bias influences pediatricians' suspicion of child abuse. METHODS:Child abuse experts developed 9 injury vignettes. Pediatricians (N = 342) were randomly assigned one of 2 versions to rate for suspicion of abuse, with the child's race in each vignette varying between whit...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Rojas M,Walker-Descartes I,Laraque-Arena D

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We extend the seminal work of Professor Issy Pilowsky by presenting a contemporary re-conceptualization of abnormal illness behavior (AIB) as a general psychological phenomenon evident among healthy community members. METHODS:Participants (N = 344) completed a self- report questionnaire comprising health in...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Prior KN,Bond MJ

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To present a model for using formative research and stakeholder participation to develop a community-based dietary intervention targeting American Indians. METHODS:Formative research included interviews, assessment of food- purchasing frequency and preparation methods, and dietary recalls. Stakeholders contr...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Vastine A,Gittelsohn J,Ethelbah B,Anliker J,Caballero B

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine relationships among heart failure (HF) physical symptoms, social support, social problem-solving, depressive symptoms, and self-care behaviors in outpatients with HF. METHODS:Cross-sectional data were collected from 201 outpatients. Structural equation modeling was used in this preliminary analysi...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Graven LJ,Grant JS,Vance DE,Pryor ER,Grubbs L,Karioth S

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objectives: Home environment may influence children's health behaviors associated with obesity. In this study, we examined home environment factors associated with diet and physical activity behaviors of overweight or obese youth. Methods: We analyzed baseline data from child and parent/caregiver dyads enrolled in an ...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Conlon BA,Mcginn AP,Isasi CR,Mossavar-Rahmani Y,Lounsbury DW,Ginsberg MS,Diamantis PM,Groisman-Perelstein AE,Wylie-Rosett J

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We assessed the relationship of energy drink, high-sugar, and low-sugar beverage consumption. METHODS:Mann-Whitney U, Cohen's d and effect sizes were used to examine data from 1737 adolescents in the United States who participated in the 2014 FLASHE Study. Secondary analysis examined consumption of energy dr...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Williams RD Jr,Housman JM,Odum M,Rivera AE

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine correlates of perceived access to cigarettes at home, school, and the store among youth. METHODS:Virginia middle school youth were surveyed before beginning tobacco prevention programs. Multivariate analyses examined household smoking, peer smoking, and perceived community tobacco use for their re...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Speizer IS,Bean MK,Obando CP,Fries E

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate (1) weight maintenance among black and white participants and (2) psychosocial correlates (eg, healthy eating barriers, self-efficacy, stress) of weight maintenance 18 months after behavioral weight-loss treatment. METHODS:Linear and logistic regression examined weight change and unsuccessfu...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Turk MW,Sereika SM,Yang K,Ewing LJ,Hravnak M,Burke LE

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate Cookin' Up Health, a computer-based interactive nutrition intervention. METHODS:After randomization to intervention and control groups, 262 women in rural clinics in West Virginia completed both a baseline and 3-month follow-up survey. RESULTS:Compared to the control group, the intervention gro...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Tessaro I,Rye S,Parker L,Mangone C,McCrone S

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To investigate possible predictors of tanning dependence including demographic variables, exposure and protective behaviors, and other health-related behaviors. METHODS:This study consisted of an online survey of 400 students and other volunteers from a university community. RESULTS:Twenty-seven percent of...

journal_title：American journal of health behavior

authors： Heckman CJ,Egleston BL,Wilson DB,Ingersoll KS

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00