Article
Health Policy & Services
Mariette Derwig, Iren Tiberg, Inger Hallstrom
Summary: This study found that 4-year-old children can actively engage in their own health and understand health information. They enjoy participating actively and express their views based on their understanding. The key focus is on whether children interpret health information in line with the intended meaning developed by adults.
HEALTH PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Ozcan Aygun, Mine Topcu
Summary: This study identifies the relationship between parental health literacy levels and anthropometric measurements of children in Turkey. The results show that parental health literacy levels are associated with education level, income status, and employment status. Adequate levels of parental health literacy also have a positive effect on children's health status and anthropometric measurements.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sook-Kyoung Park, Eun-Gyeong Kim
Summary: This study developed and validated the Korean Health Literacy Instrument for late school-aged children, demonstrating high internal consistency reliability and criterion-related validity, suitable for screening individuals with limited health literacy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mariette Derwig, Iren Tiberg, Jonas Bjork, Inger Hallstrom
Summary: The study tested the feasibility and outcomes responsiveness of a Child-Centred Health Dialogue model for primary prevention of obesity in 4-year-old children. Results showed that fewer children in the intervention group developed overweight or obesity after one year, although the difference was not statistically significant. The study demonstrates that the multicomponent intervention is feasible on a small scale and should be confirmed in a larger randomized controlled trial.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alison Hicks
Summary: This paper highlights the importance of information literacy research in expanding understanding about health literacy, emphasizing the interconnectedness between the two fields. Through a narrative literature review, it emphasizes the theoretical and empirical connections between health literacy and information literacy, calling for the establishment of a shared research agenda to facilitate dialogue between the two fields.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rocio Casanas, Pere Castellvi, Juan-Jose Gil, Maria Torres-Torres, Jesica Baron, Merce Teixido, Hernan Maria Sampietro, Marta Diez, Raul Fernandez, Raquel Sorli, Patricia Sinol, Francisca Jurado, Regina Carreras-Salvador, Davinia Vazquez, Sandra Gonzalez, Maria Isabel Fernandez-San Martin, Antonia Raya-Tena, Rosa Alvarez, Isaac Amado-Rodriguez, Luis Miguel Martin-Lopez, Jordi Alonso, Lluis Lalucat-Jo
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of the EspaiJove.net program on mental health knowledge, help-seeking, and stigma attitudes in adolescents. The results showed that the interventions increased mental health knowledge in the short- and long-term, but did not significantly reduce stigma or improve help-seeking behaviors. Contact with someone who has experienced mental illness did not reduce stigma attitudes.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Farzane Ahmadi, Farzaneh Karamitanha
Summary: Children's obesity behaviors are associated with parents' low health literacy. Nutrition Literacy (NL) is an essential component to enhancing nutrition quality, as well as health and well-being. The study found that 71 out of 162 mothers had sufficient health literacy and nutrition literacy, while 21 mothers had insufficient levels. Low education level, living in rural areas, and being a housewife were factors associated with low health literacy and nutrition literacy.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yuanyuan Li, Xiaofeng Lv, Jun Liang, Hengjin Dong, Changgui Chen
Summary: Limited health literacy is a significant public health problem, associated with increased hospital admissions and readmissions, poorer self-management, and negative health outcomes. China has made progress in improving health literacy over the last few decades, but geographical disparities and associations with social development index, age, and education level persist.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Patricia Medina, Ana Catarina Maia, Andreia Costa
Summary: This study investigated the level of health literacy among migrant population attending a primary health care unit in the Lisbon region. The findings revealed frequent inadequate health literacy levels among migrants, particularly in terms of accessing health care information and promoting health.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yoojin Lee, Taehee Kim, Hyosun Jung
Summary: The obesity problem is threatening personal and public health systems globally, especially among young adults. Developing healthy eating habits and improving food and health promotion literacy competencies have been identified as the best prevention methods. A study in South Korea found that food literacy and health promotion literacy are positively associated with young adults' healthy eating habits. Gender also moderates the relationships between these literacies and healthy eating habits.
Article
Nursing
Anabela Fonseca Pereira, Joaquim Jose Jacinto Escola, Carlos Manuel Torres Almeida, Vitor Manuel Costa Pereira Rodrigues
Summary: This study aimed to assess parents' views on health education practices for children and teenagers. The results showed that parents were generally comfortable talking to nurses about their children's health, and believed that nurses had time to address their concerns. The most important topics identified were healthy eating, the national vaccination plan, and harmful behavior prevention. When in doubt, parents tended to consult a pediatrician first, considering it equally important as other nursing interventions.
Article
Nursing
Anabela Fonseca Pereira, Joaquim Jose Jacinto Escola, Carlos Manuel Torres Almeida, Vitor Manuel Costa Pereira Rodrigues
Summary: This study aimed to assess parents' evaluation of health education practices for children and teenagers. The results showed that the majority of parents feel comfortable talking to nurses about their children's health, believe that nurses have time available to clarify doubts, and acknowledge nurses' ability to identify the needs of children and teenagers. Healthy eating, the National Vaccination Plan, and harmful behaviors prevention were identified as the most important health education topics.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Johanna Eronen, Leena Paakkari, Erja Portegijs, Milla Saajanaho, Taina Rantanen
Summary: This study examined the impact of health literacy on active aging in individuals with different chronic conditions, finding that health literacy and the number of chronic conditions were correlated with active aging scores. Health literacy was a stronger predictor of active aging than chronic conditions, even after adjusting for cognitive capacity, depressive symptoms, physical performance, and education level. Higher health literacy may enable older individuals to maintain higher levels of active aging, even in the presence of multiple chronic conditions.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jianrong Mai, Wu Yibo, Zhou Ling, Lin Lina, Sun Xinying
Summary: This study aimed to explore the relationship between health literacy and personality traits in different family structures. The results showed that there was a significant correlation between health literacy and personality traits, with openness exhibiting the strongest effect. Education level and monthly income were also found to be associated with health literacy.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Sarah Naja, Rowaida Elyamani, Abdullah Al Ibrahim, Noora Al Kubaisi, Rayan Itani, Palli AbdulRouf
Summary: Low health literacy is common among pregnant women in the State of Qatar, with almost four in 10 pregnant women having inadequate health literacy (n=138, 45.4%). Factors associated with insufficient health literacy include low educational background, decreased household income, and primigravida. Uncontrolled glycaemia was found to be the only significant predictor of inadequate health literacy through logistic regression, and the measurement tools used in this study were reliable with a calculated Cronbach's alpha of 0.8.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Murray Drummond
Summary: Surf lifesaving in Australia is an iconic community volunteer service that involves a sport. This paper explores the social construction of young males within the sporting context of surf lifesaving in Australia and challenges the utilitarian use and endorsement of the male body.
SPORT EDUCATION AND SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Hayley Truskewycz, Murray Drummond, Ruth Jeanes
Summary: This study interviewed eleven African women aged between 18 and 24 years old to understand how they negotiate cultural, religious, and gendered issues throughout their migration and resettlement, in pursuit of their passion for football. The women demonstrated that despite socio-cultural pressure and bi-cultural tension, they were able to successfully draw upon resources and skills to navigate their football participation.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Paul N. Kemel, Joanne E. Porter, Nicole Coombs
Summary: This review compiled evidence from 19 studies showing an associated link between physical activity participation and improvements in physical, mental, and social wellbeing outcomes across younger populations. Additionally, lower intensity physical activity appeared to produce similar mental and social outcomes as higher intensity physical activity.
HEALTH PROMOTION JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2022)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Christopher Bailey, Ivanka Prichard, Claire Drummond, Murray Drummond
Summary: Unhealthy food choices among adolescents are a significant health concern. This study explores Australian adolescents' beliefs and perceptions towards healthy eating from a symbolic and moral boundary perspective. The findings suggest that adolescents construct their own moral and symbolic meanings to healthy eating and compare their choices with their families and peers to establish moral boundaries.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
R. Eime, J. Harvey, M. Charity, S. Elliott, M. Drummond, A. Pankowiak, H. Westerbeek
Summary: The COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in Australia have hindered individuals' access to sport and physical activity. This study aimed to investigate the perceived health and wellbeing of predominantly active Australian adults during COVID-19 and compared to one year earlier. The findings suggest that the absence of sport participation and training has severely impacted males and younger adults.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Murray Drummond, Ben Wadham, Ivanka Prichard, Sam Elliott, Claire Drummond, Sarah Crossman
Summary: The mental health and wellbeing of young males aged 15-24 is not given enough priority in Australia and worldwide. This research aims to utilize sport as a safe space to influence positive forms of masculinities and enhance mental health promotion among young males.
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Sam Elliott, Murray Drummond, Ivanka Prichard, Lucy Lewis, Claire Drummond, Catherine Litchfield, Emilea Mysko, Kayleigh O'Donnell, Hayley Truskewykz
Summary: The paper aims to explore the implications of increasing sports opportunities for girls and young females on traditional female sports, specifically netball. Despite the availability of other sporting choices, participants in netball remain supportive of the sport. However, the netball community needs to adapt to changing forces in order to sustain female participation.
Article
Social Issues
Sam Elliott, Rochelle Eime, Jack Harvey, Melanie Charity, Murray Drummond, Aurelie Pankowiak, Hans Westerbeek
Summary: This study examined the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on the perceived health and wellbeing of young Australian sport and physical activity participants. The findings suggest that male youth and individuals engaged in both team and individual sports reported better physical, general, and mental health compared to female youth and those involved in individual-only sports or physical activity.
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Sam Elliott, Aurelie Pankowiak, Rochelle Eime, Murray Drummond
Summary: This study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on parental involvement in youth sport, revealing an unexpected growth in sport parenting responsibilities and the challenges of responding to children's loss of sport. The findings provide insights into better supporting parents and children in stressful situations and offer potential ideas for policy and practice in the field of sport parenting.
PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Emilea Mysko, Sam Elliott, Murray Drummond
Summary: This study uses a social constructionist theoretical framework to explore why parents enroll preschool-aged children in organized sports and reveals the influence of social and cultural forces on parental decision-making.
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH IN SPORT EXERCISE AND HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jasmine M. Petersen, Murray Drummond, Sarah Crossman, Sam Elliott, Claire Drummond, Ivanka Prichard
Summary: Young people's mental health is disproportionately affected, and youth sport settings have the potential to improve their mental health outcomes. However, there is a lack of knowledge regarding engagement with mental health interventions in these settings. This study examined the willingness of youth sporting club stakeholders to engage in mental health initiatives and identified possible determinants of engagement.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Samantha Fien, Jasmin C. Lawes, Jessica Ledger, Murray Drummond, Pamela Simon, Nancy Joseph, Shane Daw, Talitha Best, Robert Stanton, Ian de Terte
Summary: This study preliminarily investigated the mental health of Australian surf lifesavers and lifeguards, revealing potential risks to their mental well-being due to high-risk and traumatic experiences in their first responder role. This is the first exploration of the mental health of Australian surf lifesavers and lifeguards, highlighting the vulnerability of this population and the need for further research.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Rochelle Eime, Jack Harvey, Melanie Charity, Sam Elliott, Murray Drummond, Aurelie Pankowiak, Hans Westerbeek
Summary: The aim of this study was to examine the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on the perceived health and well-being of older adults based on their participation in sports and physical activities. The survey conducted during the first lockdown in Australia in June 2020 collected information on demographics, pre-COVID-19 sports and activity patterns, as well as health and well-being outcomes during the lockdown compared to a year earlier. The results showed that older adults who participated in both club sports and informal activities had better general health, physical health, and resilience, while those engaging in both team and individual activities reported better overall well-being. Older adults who were active in various settings and modes also experienced improved health and well-being. Social support is particularly crucial for older adults to engage and maintain an active lifestyle.
JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Sam Elliott, Jasmine Petersen, Murray Drummond, Ivanka Prichard, Claire Drummond, Sarah Crossman, Olivia Bramley
Summary: This study explores the perceptions of multiple stakeholders about youth sporting clubs as spaces for mental health awareness, education, and training. The findings suggest that youth sporting clubs face various barriers in building and maintaining a culture of mental health support, and their readiness for change varies.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Murray Drummond, Claire Drummond, Sam Elliott, Ivanka Prichard, Jamie-Lee Pennesi, Lucy K. Lewis, Christopher Bailey, Nadia Bevan
Summary: This study examines the influences on community sporting pathways for girls and young women, highlighting the challenges they face in sports engagement and disengagement during their adolescent years. Recommendations are provided to help mitigate potential attrition of girls in sport in the future.
FRONTIERS IN SPORTS AND ACTIVE LIVING
(2022)
