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Rodriguez SA, Tiro JA, Baldwin AS, Hamilton-Bevil H, Bowen M. Measurement of Perceived Risk of Developing Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Literature Review. J Gen Intern Med 2023; 38:1928-1954. [PMID: 37037984 PMCID: PMC10272015 DOI: 10.1007/s11606-023-08164-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND This systematic review describes approaches to measuring perceived risk of developing type 2 diabetes among individuals without diagnoses and describes the use of theories, models, and frameworks in studies assessing perceived risk. While a systematic review has synthesized perceived risk of complications among individuals with diabetes, no reviews have systematically assessed how perceived risk is measured among those without a diagnosis. METHODS Medline, PubMed, PsycINFO, and CINAHAL databases were searched for studies conducted through October 2022 with measures of perceived risk among adults ≥ 18 years without a diabetes diagnosis. Extracted data included study characteristics, measures, and health behavior theories, models, or frameworks used. RESULTS Eighty-six studies met inclusion criteria. Six examined perceived risk scales' psychometric properties. Eighty measured perceived risk using (1) a single item; (2) a composite score from multiple items or subconstructs; and (3) multiple subconstructs but no composite score. Studies used items measuring "comparative risk," "absolute or lifetime risk," and "perceived risk" without defining how each differed. Sixty-four studies used cross-sectional designs. Twenty-eight studies mentioned use of health behavior theories in study design or selection of measures. DISCUSSION There was heterogeneity in how studies operationalized perceived risk; only one third of studies referenced a theory, model, or framework as guiding design or scale and item selection. Use of perceived lifetime risk, absolute risk, or comparative risk limits comparisons across studies. Consideration of context, target population, and how data are utilized is important when selecting measures; we present a series of questions to ask when selecting measures for use in research and clinical settings. This review is the first to categorize how perceived risk is measured in the diabetes prevention domain; most literature focuses on perceived risk among those with diabetes diagnoses. Limitations include exclusion of non-English and gray literature and single reviewer screening and data extraction.
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Affiliation(s)
- Serena A. Rodriguez
- Department of Health Promotion & Behavioral Sciences, The University of Texas Health Science Center Houston (UTHealth Houston) School of Public Health, Trinity Towers, 2777 N Stemmons Fwy, Ste 8400, TX 75207 Dallas, USA
- UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, Center for Health Promotion & Prevention Research, 7000 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030 USA
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, University of Chicago, 5841 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637 USA
- University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center, 5841 S. Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 USA
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- Department of Psychology, Southern Methodist University, Expressway Tower, PO Box 750442, Dallas, TX 75275 USA
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- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Dr., San Antonio, TX 75229 USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390 USA
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Alzaben AS, Bakry HM, Alnashwan NI, Alatr AA, Alneghamshi NA, Alshatowy A, Alshimali N, Bawazeer NM. The influence of a diabetes awareness program on diabetes knowledge, risk perception, and practices among university students. Prim Care Diabetes 2023:S1751-9918(23)00094-3. [PMID: 37150643 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2023.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/30/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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AIM To compare diabetes mellitus (DM) knowledge, risk perception, and health practices before and after a mass awareness program among Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University students, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. METHODS A DM awareness program was conducted between November 2020 and February 2021 in three phases (total 13 weeks). The program comprised educational messages, short videos, virtual lectures, and peer-to-peer education. A total of 558 participants (before group, n = 360; after group, n = 198) were included in the study. RESULTS Majority of the students had normal body mass index (BMI). The knowledge scores were significantly higher after the program (median 16, quartile range 13-18) than before (median 14, quartile range 12-16) (p < 0.001). No significant differences were observed in risk perception between the two groups (p > 0.05). In addition, increased moderate practice score and decreased poor practice score (p < 0.001) were observed. Factors influencing DM knowledge were higher education and awareness. Factors influencing health practices were higher BMI and knowledge after the program. CONCLUSION DM awareness program improved DM knowledge and health practices among university students.
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- Abeer S Alzaben
- Department of Health Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia; Community, Environmental and Occupational Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig 44519, Egypt
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- Nutrition Department-Deanship of Students Affairs, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Nutrition Department-Deanship of Students Affairs, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Nutrition Department-Deanship of Students Affairs, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Nutrition Department-Deanship of Students Affairs, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Nutrition Department-Deanship of Students Affairs, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Sciences, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia.
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Khan RK, Misra R, Shawley-Brzoska S, Wen S. Predictors of diabetes risk perception among college students. JOURNAL OF AMERICAN COLLEGE HEALTH : J OF ACH 2022; 70:1803-1809. [PMID: 33048650 PMCID: PMC8041907 DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2020.1825222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2020] [Revised: 09/02/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Objective: To explore the diabetes knowledge and future disease risk perception of college students. Participants: 697 college students were purposefully recruited at a large state university and completed an online survey. Methods: Diabetes knowledge, future disease risk perception, lifestyle, and demographic factors were assessed. Results: The majority of students (56%) reported a family history of diabetes but perceived their diabetes risk as low/moderate (90%). Logistic regression indicated higher knowledge (OR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.01-1.13), age (OR, 1.08; 95% CI, 1.00-1.16), bodymassindex (BMI) (OR, 4.90; 95% CI, 2.33-10.30) and family history of diabetes (OR, 4.30; 95% CI, 1.97-9.40) increased perception of future diabetes risk. Those who self-rated their health as good/excellent and read food labels regularly/often had lower perceived future risk of diabetes. Conclusions: Results highlight the importance of educating college students on diabetes risk factors as well as primary/secondary prevention for reducing diabetes incidence in this age group.
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- Raihan K. Khan
- Department of Health Sciences, College of Health and Behavioral Studies, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA
- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Heath, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Heath, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- Office of Health Services Research, School of Public Health, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health, West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, USA
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Diabetes Prevention: Knowledge and Perception of Risk among Italian Population. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:2753131. [PMID: 31781605 PMCID: PMC6875189 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2753131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Accepted: 10/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The risk perception for developing diabetes has not been well established. The aim of this study is to evaluate knowledge and perception of risk for developing diabetes. A cross-sectional study was conducted among a sample of 527 parents of children attending public schools in Naples (Italy). A self-administered anonymous questionnaire was used to collect the data. In total, 97.3% of participants have heard about diabetes, but only 16.7% knew the main risk and protective factors. This knowledge was statistically significantly higher in those who had close relatives with diabetes. Moreover, those who had middle school or lower and high school education, compared with those who had a college degree or higher, were less knowledgeable. The mean total value of the risk perception for developing diabetes was 1.9. Females those who had more than 40 years of age, those who needed of additional information, those who had a higher BMI, those who had close relatives with diabetes, those who had at least one chronic disease, and those who reported a lower value of self-rated health status were more likely to perceive a higher risk for developing diabetes. Moreover, this perception was statistically significantly lower among those who had a middle school or lower and high school education, compared with those who had a college degree or higher. The knowledge about diabetes needs to be improved, and the low risk perception for developing diabetes among the sample is worrying given the severity of the disease and the preventive measures available.
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Amuta AO, Mkuu R, Jacobs W, Barry AE. Number and Severity of Type 2 Diabetes among Family Members Are Associated with Nutrition and Physical Activity Behaviors. Front Public Health 2017; 5:157. [PMID: 28752087 PMCID: PMC5507971 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2017.00157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2017] [Accepted: 06/19/2017] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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AIM A binary measurement of type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been found not to influence behaviors. We aimed to examine the influence of other measures of family history such as number of relatives, genetic closeness of relatives, and severity of T2D of family members on nutrition and physical activity behaviors among college students. METHODS Students across four colleges in Texas were sampled. Multiple linear regression models, controlling for covariates, were used to model results. Cross-sectional data were used. RESULTS More number of relatives with T2D was associated with vegetable consumption (β = 0.131, p = 0.007) and exercise (β = 0.129, p = 0.037). Having relatives with severe T2D was associated with vegetable consumption (β = 0.157, p = 0.002) and exercise (β = 106, p = 0.027). Closer genetic relationship with someone with T2D was associated with increased vegetable consumption (β = 0.107, p = 0.023) and exercise (β = 0.096, p = 0.047). CONCLUSION It is likely that the severe complications that may accompany the relatives T2D or having an immediate family member living with T2D may in fact motivate other family members without T2D to modify their attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge about T2D, thus encourage health-protective behaviors.
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- Ann Oyare Amuta
- Health Studies, Texas Woman's University, Denton, TX, United States
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- Health & Kinesiology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- Health Science, California State University Fullerton, Fullerton, CA, United States
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- Health & Kinesiology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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Xu Y, Zhang D, Liu K, Guo Y, Yang Y. Self-reported knowledge on diabetes and its related factors among Chinese college students: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2016; 6:e011963. [PMID: 27609848 PMCID: PMC5020855 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2016-011963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES An increasing trend in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes has been observed among youths; however, little is known about how informed young people are of its existence and dangers. This study is to assess the level of knowledge on type 2 diabetes among Chinese college students and to explore related factors influencing the knowledge. SETTING A cross-sectional survey was conducted among college students in Guangzhou, China, from September to November 2013. PARTICIPANTS A total of 658 students were randomly recruited using a multistage sampling method and were invited to participate in the confidential interviews. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURES Self-reported knowledge on diabetes and its main sources were measured by a self-designed questionnaire. RESULTS A total of 521 students participated in this study. The mean total score of knowledge was 13.3±3.44 of 22. Less than 50% of participants could correctly answer the questions about the onset of type 2 diabetes, the adverse effects of sedentary lifestyles, the complications, the therapeutic methods and the monitoring index of diabetes. The factors associated with higher levels of knowledge about type 2 diabetes in stepwise regression models were: being in a high grade, having a better academic performance, having a medical specialty and having relatives or friends with diabetes. Newspapers and books (61.4%), television and the Internet (46.3%) were the major sources of knowledge about type 2 diabetes, and more than half of the participants (55.9%) considered that medical staff was the most reliable source. CONCLUSIONS The college students had limited knowledge about type 2 diabetes. Public education, especially among individuals with non-medical specialties, a low-level grade, poor academic performance or no relatives and friends with diabetes, would be extremely beneficial.
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- Ying Xu
- Department of Chronic non-communicable disease prevention and control, Baoan Chronic Diseases Prevent and Cure Hospital, Shenzhen, China
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Chronic non-communicable disease prevention and control, Baoan Chronic Diseases Prevent and Cure Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Chronic non-communicable disease prevention and control, Baoan Chronic Diseases Prevent and Cure Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, China
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