Research into risk perception and behavioural responses in case of emerging infectious diseases is still relatively new. The aim this study was to examine perceptions behaviours the general public during early phase Influenza A (H1N1) pandemic Netherlands.Two cross-sectional one follow-up online survey (survey 1, 30 April-4 May; 2, 15-19 June; 3, 11-20 August 2009). Adults aged 18 years above participating a representative Internet panel were invited n = 456; 478; 934). Main outcome measures...

Evidence-based health promotion programmes are based on empirical data and theory. While a broad range of social behavioural science theories available, the actual application these in programme design remains real challenge for planners. Intervention Mapping describes protocol development theory- evidence-based programmes. It provides guidelines tools selection theoretical foundations underpinnings programmes, theory, translation theory materials activities. This article presents elaborates...

Background: Despite the growing body of research on complex lifestyle behaviors (eg, Dietary Intake [DI] and Physical Activity [PA]), monitoring these has been hampered by a lack suitable methods. A possible solution to this deficiency is mobile-based Ecological Momentary Assessment (mEMA), which enables researchers collect data participants' states in real-time means smartphone application. However, feasibility, usability, ecological validity need be anticipated managed order enhance mEMA....

Abstract Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of WhiteTeeth mobile app, a theory‐based health (mHealth) program for promoting oral hygiene in adolescent orthodontic patients. Methods In this parallel randomized controlled trial, data 132 adolescents were collected during three check‐ups: at baseline (T0), 6‐week follow‐up (T1) and 12‐week (T2). The intervention group was given access to app addition usual care (n = 67). control received only 65). outcomes presence amount dental plaque...

Abstract Older people with intellectual disability (ID) are characterized by low physical activity (PA) levels. PA is important for reducing health risks and maintaining adequate fitness levels performing activities of daily living. The aim this study was to explore preferences older adults ID specific activities, gain insight into facilitators barriers engaging PA. Fourteen in-depth interviews four focus groups were undertaken, a total 40 mild moderate included in the analysis. NVivo...

Understanding the spread of smoking cessation and relapse within social networks may offer new approaches to further curb epidemic. Whether behavior among network members determines adults however, is less known. For this study, longitudinal data 4623 participating in Dutch Longitudinal Internet Studies for Social sciences (LISS) panel were collected March 2013 with a follow-up 2014. Logistic regression was used examine association between proportion smokers networks, (1) (n=762) (2)...

This article presents the development of a theory- and evidence-based AIDS prevention program targeting Dutch drug users aimed at promoting condom use. The emphasis is on using five-step intervention protocol called mapping (IM). Preceding Step 1 IM process, an assessment HIV problem among was conducted. product series objectives specifying what should learn in order to use condoms consistently. In 2, theoretical methods for influencing most important determinants were chosen translated into...

This longitudinal study aimed to identify individual and environmental predictors of adolescents' sports participation examine whether availability facilities moderated the intention–behaviour relation. Data were obtained from ENvironmental Determinants Obesity in Rotterdam SchoolchildrEn (2005/2006 2007/2008). A total 247 adolescents (48% boys, mean age at follow-up 15 years) completed surveys baseline follow-up. At baseline, a survey that assessed engagement participation, attitude,...

Prevention of weight gain has been suggested as an important strategy in the prevention obesity and people who are overweight a specifically group to target. Currently there is lack interventions that can reach large numbers people. Therefore, we developed Internet-delivered, computer-tailored management intervention for adults. The focus was on making small (100 kcal per day), but sustained changes dietary intake (DI) or physical activity (PA) behaviors order maintain current achieve modest...

To examine the relationship between risk factors for low patient activation and change in activation, well-being, health outcomes people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).A longitudinal prospective study was conducted measurements at baseline 20-week follow-up among 603 T2DM participating a group-based walking intervention. Patient were assessed using online questionnaires. Health participants' general practices.No association found activation. significantly increased (t(602) = 2.53, p...

Purpose Contextual factors can influence the implementation of whole-school health promotion and compromise its impact among students. This study aimed to identify key (combinations of) contextual in at Dutch primary, secondary vocational schools. Design/methodology/approach Forty-three schools with either a high or low degree were selected. Data collected prior during school visits using mixed methods, covering 36 related employees, organization, national Health Promoting School program,...

<sec> <title>BACKGROUND</title> Up to 25% of pregnant couples in the Netherlands do not make an informed decision about prenatal screening: their decisions are value-inconsistent and/or based on insufficient knowledge and deliberation. Over one-third (36%) all people have limited health literacy skills; most them lower educated or a migration background. They experience serious problems understanding information taking active role making. Therefore, Dutch Health Council recommends improving...

Condom use within steady and casual sexual relationships was examined among 14-16 year old Dutch adolescents from secondary school (N = 140). It hypothesised that sex subsequently condom with partners is less likely to be considered in advance, more context-dependent habitual; whereas the opposite true for relationships. Therefore, preparatory behaviours (buying carrying condoms communicating about use) were expected mediate intention-behaviour relation context of relationships, but not sex....