scholarly journals Assessment of Environmental Attitudes and Risk Perceptions among University Students in Mersin, Turkey

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gulcin Yapici ◽  
Oya Ögenler ◽  
Ahmet Öner Kurt ◽  
Fazıl Koçaş ◽  
Tayyar Şaşmaz
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Environmental Risk ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Nuclear Power ◽  
Environmental Attitudes ◽  
Resource Depletion ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Environmental Risk Perception

Background. Environmental destruction is one of the most important problems in this century. Objective. The aim of the study was to determine the environmental attitudes and perceived risks associated with environmental factors of the students. Methods. This cross-sectional study was conducted in 7 faculties of Mersin University. The research data were collected using a questionnaire. The questionnaire included sociodemographic characteristics, the “Environmental Attitudes Scale,” and the “Environmental Risk Perception Scale.” 774 students who filled out questionnaires were evaluated. Results. The sample included 55.8% females. Environmental Attitudes Scale mean scores of students were identified as 81.1±11.3. The highest perceived risk was release of radioactive materials associated with nuclear power generation. The environmental attitudes and risk perception scores were higher in Health Sciences than in the other faculties. Females were more positive towards the environment and had higher risk perceptions than the men. There is a negative correlation between age and resource depletion risk and global environmental risk score. Conclusion. Students had a positive attitude to the environment and had moderate-level risk perception about the environment. Environmental awareness of students, especially those studying in the Social Sciences, should be increased. The environmental education curriculum should be revised throughout all the courses.

scholarly journals Associations between Colorectal Cancer Risk Perception and Dietary Patterns among University Students in the Caribbean: A Cross- Sectional Analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
University Students ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Subjective Perception ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Relationship

Background: Early perceptions of risk for chronic non-communicable diseases have been seen to be attributed to unhealthy lifestyles from as early as the stage of late adolescence; this relationship, however, has not been examined in the context of dietary patterns. This study investigated the relationship between risk perception for colorectal cancer (CRC) and dietary patterns among university students. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 1056 university students was conducted collecting data on demographics, lifestyle, and dietary patterns were obtained using a structured paper-based questionnaire. Principle component analysis (PCA) was used to identify dietary patterns and logistic regression models were used to examine the relationship between perceived risk for CRC and dietary patterns adjusting for confounders. Results: PCA analysis identified three main dietary patterns- westernized, prudent and dairy. The majority of participants (90%) perceived their risk for CRC as none/low. No significant differences were observed between dietary (western and prudent) patterns and risk perceptions (p>0.05). Higher consumptions of westernized diets were significantly associated with higher risk perceptions (OR= 1.13, p=0.022). Greater adherence to prudent (OR= 1.01, p=0.94) and dairy (OR=0.97, p=0.642) patterns didn’t significantly influence risk perceptions for CRC. Conclusion: Diets influenced highly on westernized patterns may increase one’s subjective perception of risk for developing CRC in the future. Cancer prevention marketing strategies are needed at the university level in assisting to combat the rise of the incidence of cancer globally.

Students' Environmental Risk Perception in University of Catania (South Italy): Results of a Cross-Sectional Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Fiore ◽  
Alessandra Giarratana ◽  
Agata Ferlito ◽  
Gea Oliveri Conti ◽  
Annalaura Carducci ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Environmental Risk ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
South Italy ◽  
Environmental Risk Perception

scholarly journals Stroke Perception and Response amongst Elderly Persons in Benin, City, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
pp. 293-302
Author(s):  
FE Odiase ◽  
E Kayode-Iyasere
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Stroke Risk ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Cross Sectional

Theories on health behaviour have recognized perceived risk as an essential factor in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle, however, little is known about stroke risk perception and response to stroke in the elderly population of Nigeria. Ageing being the most important unmodifiable risk factor for stroke, this study aims to determine the predictors of perception of stroke risk and response to stroke in the elderly This was a cross-sectional study, which involved a multi-stage random sampling, recruiting one hundred and sixty individuals 65years and older. The interview was by face to face using a questionnaire to determine, demographics, knowledge of stroke risk, perception of stroke risk and response in the event of a stroke. Multiple logistic regression models were used to analyze predictors of dependent variables Only 32.5% of participants had an accurate perception of stroke risk while 30.6% would consider taking a patient to hospital in the event of a stroke. Increasing age (P=0.001), the female gender (P<0.05), having two or more risk factors for stroke (P=0.001) and attending two or more specialized clinics (P=0.001) were significant predictors of the wrong perception of stroke risk and inappropriate response in the event of a stroke. The elderly are at risk for stroke, but sadly with increasing age and additional risk factors for stroke, the majority have a wrong perception of stroke risk and would respond inappropriately in the event of a stroke. It might be necessary to run stroke campaigns that are targeted and appropriate to the elderly, involving continuous intermittent repetitions.

scholarly journals Perceived risk, anxiety and protective health behaviours during the early phase of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tosin Philip Oyetunji ◽  
Oyelakin ◽  
Olusegun Ayomikun Ogunmola ◽  
Olorunyomi Felix Olorunsogbon ◽  
Foluso O. Ajayi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Early Phase ◽  
Health Behaviours ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Protective Measure ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Behaviour ◽  
Protective Behaviours

Abstract Background: Pandemics such as the current COVID-19 pandemic are often associated with heightened fears and significant adjustments in health behaviours. Aim: This study was aimed to assess perceived risk, anxiety and protective health behaviours of the general public during the early phase of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in NigeriaMethods: A cross-sectional study among 1197 respondents aged 18 years and above between April 27th to May 16th, 2020. Result: More than half (61.9%) of the respondents have high risk perception towards COVID-19. Using the seven-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale, high anxiety level was found in 37.2% of the study respondents. Male gender (OR=1.38,CI=1.09-1.74), being employed (OR=1.53,CI = 1.21- 1.95) and high risk perception (OR=1.33, CI = 1.05-1.69) were positively associated with observance of more than one protective measure against COVID-19. Having not more than 12 years of education (OR=0.51, CI=0.32-0.81) was negatively associated with observance of more than one protective behaviour. High risk perception (OR=1.82; CI=1.42-2.34), having not more than 12 years of education (OR=1.73; CI= 1.13-2.64), and being employed (OR =1.29; CI=1.01-1.64) were positively associated with anxiety. Being aged 25-34 years (OR=0.34; CI =0.12-0.94) and being aged 35-54 years (OR=0.30; CI=0.10-0.85) were found to be protective against developing COVID-19- related anxiety.Conclusions: This study showed that risk perception has influence on both anxiety and observance of protective behaviours. Being a novel experience, this research has implications to support current and future response to a pandemic experience.

scholarly journals Risk perception during the 2014–2015 Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maike Winters ◽  
Mohamed F. Jalloh ◽  
Paul Sengeh ◽  
Mohammad B. Jalloh ◽  
Zangin Zeebari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Sierra Leone ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Community Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Level Information

Abstract Background Perceived susceptibility to a disease threat (risk perception) can influence protective behaviour. This study aims to determine how exposure to information sources, knowledge and behaviours potentially influenced risk perceptions during the 2014–2015 Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in Sierra Leone. Methods The study is based on three cross-sectional, national surveys (August 2014, n = 1413; October 2014, n = 2086; December 2014, n = 3540) that measured Ebola-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices in Sierra Leone. Data were pooled and composite variables were created for knowledge, misconceptions and three Ebola-specific behaviours. Risk perception was measured using a Likert-item and dichotomised into ‘no risk perception’ and ‘some risk perception’. Exposure to five information sources was dichotomised into a binary variable for exposed and unexposed. Multilevel logistic regression models were fitted to examine various associations. Results Exposure to new media (e.g. internet) and community-level information sources (e.g. religious leaders) were positively associated with expressing risk perception. Ebola-specific knowledge and hand washing were positively associated with expressing risk perception (Adjusted OR [AOR] 1.4, 95% Confidence Interval [CI] 1.2–1.8 and AOR 1.4, 95% CI 1.1–1.7 respectively), whereas misconceptions and avoiding burials were negatively associated with risk perception, (AOR 0.7, 95% CI 0.6–0.8 and AOR 0.8, 95% CI 06–1.0, respectively). Conclusions Our results illustrate the complexity of how individuals perceived their Ebola acquisition risk based on the way they received information, what they knew about Ebola, and actions they took to protect themselves. Community-level information sources may help to align the public’s perceived risk with their actual epidemiological risk. As part of global health security efforts, increased investments are needed for community-level engagements that allow for two-way communication during health emergencies.

scholarly journals Risk perception of behavioural adaptation recommendations towards COVID-19 and its related factors in Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (11) ◽  
pp. 5157
Author(s):  
Tri Siswati ◽  
Stella Benita ◽  
Iswari Paramita ◽  
Joko Susilo ◽  
Lukman Waris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Sociodemographic Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mitigation Strategies ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Behavioural Adaptation

Background: The number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases in Indonesia keeps increasing even though the Indonesian government continuously communicates mitigation strategies. This study aimed to- estimate the proportion of risk perception towards COVID-19 behavioural adaptation recommendations and examine its sociodemographic determinants in Indonesia.Methods: An online-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 1,007 individuals aged 15-60 years old. Our primary outcome was risk perception towards COVID-19 behavioural adaptations. Independent variables included sociodemographic factors such as sex, age, educational level, type of occupation, family size, economic status, and regions. Descriptive statistics, univariate logistic regression, and multiple logistic regression were performed to analyse the data.Results: Around 78% of participants had a high level of risk perception related to COVID-19 behavioural adaptation recommendations. Among the participants, being females (AOR= 2.40; 95% CI: 1.76-3.27) and health professionals (AOR= 1.42; 95% CI: 0.64-1.44) were significantly associated with higher risk perceptions. In contrast, residing in Kalimantan and Sulawesi (AOR= 0.43; 95% CI: 0.23-0.79) and Eastern Indonesia (AOR= 0.43; 95% CI: 0.21-0.88) were significantly associated with lower risk perceptions.Conclusions: Despite the high levels of risk perceptions among the Indonesian population, sociodemographic variations drove the risk perception of behavioural adaptation recommendations concerning COVID-19.

scholarly journals Did Low Risk Perception Mediate the COVID-19 Second Wave in Bangladesh? A Cross-sectional Study on Risk Perception and Preventive Practice

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farah Naz Rahman ◽  
AKM Fazlur Rahman ◽  
Shah Monir Hossain ◽  
Mohammad Abul Faiz ◽  
Abu Jamil Faisel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Low Risk ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Preventive Practice ◽  
Preventive Practices ◽  
Second Wave

Objective This study assessed the risk perception and preventive behavioral practice towards COVID-19 just prior to the second wave of corona, as well as the impact of perceived risk on preventive practices. Design, setting, participants, and outcome measures A cross-sectional study was conducted between December 2020 and January 2021, involving 1382 respondents aged 18 years and above from all eight divisions in Bangladesh. We used multiple linear regression to identify sociodemographic predictors of risk perception and multiple logistic regression to determine the relationship between risk perception and preventive practice. Results Low risk perception regarding COVID-19 was present among one-fifth of the respondents (19.8%). Younger age, being male, low education, single marital status, and rural residence were significantly associated with a low perceived risk of COVID-19. Hand washing and wearing mask were practiced by 80% and 67% of respondents, respectively. A low prevalence was noticed for social distancing (31%), avoiding social gathering (31%), and covering face while coughing/sneezing (18%). Furthermore, respondents with a high risk perception were found to be more likely than those with a low risk perception to practice all recommended COVID-19 preventive behaviors- hand washing (OR=2.4, 95% CI=1.5, 3.7), mask use (OR=3.4, 95% CI=2.3, 5), social distancing (OR=3.7, 95% CI=2.4, 5.6), sanitizer use (OR=2.7, 95% CI=1.8, 4.1), avoiding gathering (OR=2.3, 95% CI=1.6, 3.5), avoid touching face and mouth (OR=2.8, 95% CI=1.5, 5.3), and covering mouth while coughing/sneezing (OR=7, 95% CI=3.6, 13.4). Conclusion Considerable number of Bangladeshi adults had low risk perception and low practice of some vital COVID-19 preventive behaviors before the onset of second wave of corona. All preventive practices were also influenced by risk perception. This highlights the importance of strengthening and optimizing risk communication strategy even when the number of corona cases are low.

scholarly journals The relationship between depression risk perception and self-help behaviors in high risk Canadians: a cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Warner ◽  
Molly Nannarone ◽  
Rachel Smail-Crevier ◽  
Douglas Manuel ◽  
Bonnie Lashewicz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Self Rated Health ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Depression Risk

Abstract Background: Effective self-help may reduce the risk of depression, and risk perception of depression may play a role in initiating self-help. However, it is currently unknown how risk perception is associated with self-help behaviours. The objectives of this study are to (1) describe the self-help strategies used by high risk Canadians in relation to the accuracy levels of their perceived depression risk, relative to sex, and (2) identify demographic, socioeconomic, and clinical factors associated with self-help behaviors.Methods: Baseline data from a randomized controlled trial including 358 men and 356 women at high risk of developing depression were used. Accuracy of risk perception was determined by comparing the participant’s self-perceived and objective risk of developing depression, which was assessed using sex-specific multivariable risk predictive algorithms. The frequency of using 14 self-help strategies was assessed. One-way ANOVA testing was used to determine whether differences in risk perception accuracy groups existed within both male and female participants. Linear regression was used to investigate the clinical and demographic factors which were associated with self-help behaviours in males and females separately.Results: Compared to accurate risk estimators, male over-estimators were less likely to “leave the house daily,” and “participate in activities they enjoy.” Male under-estimators were also less likely to “participate in activities they enjoy.” Both ‘inaccurate’ perception groups in men were more likely to ‘create lists of strategies which have worked for feelings of depression in the past and use them’. There were no significant differences between self-help behaviors and the risk perception accuracy in women. Regression modeling showed negative relationships between self-rated health and self-help scores, irrespective of sex. In women, self-help score was positively associated with age, and educational attainment, and negatively associated with perceived risk. In men, a positive relationship with unemployment was also seen. Conclusions: Sex differences exist in the factors associated with self-help. The accuracy of risk perception, work status, and self-rated health is associated with self-help behaviors in high risk men. Factors which may be related to self-help in women include age, education, self-rated health status, and perceived risk. More research is needed to replicate the findings.

A sense of dread: affect and risk perception in people with schizophrenia during an influenza pandemic

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 450-455 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul A Maguire ◽  
Rebecca E Reay ◽  
Jeffrey CL Looi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Influenza Pandemic ◽  
Swine Influenza ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Protective Measures ◽  
Willingness To Adopt ◽  
Psychological Distress Scale ◽  
Distress Scale

Objective: To explore the role of affect in risk perception and intention to adopt protective measures against pandemic swine influenza in people with schizophrenia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted exploring the responses of 71 adults with schizophrenia and 238 adults attending general practice settings without schizophrenia. Participants completed a questionnaire that included items relating to: self-predicted affect (affective forecast) were they to contract swine influenza; perceived risk from swine influenza; and willingness to adopt protective measures against swine influenza. The 10-item Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) and a single-item Self-Rated Health Question (SRHQ) were also included as measures. Results: In people with schizophrenia, higher levels of predicted fear were associated with increased likelihood of perceived substantive risk from swine influenza and self-reported willingness to adopt protective measures against it. However, higher K10 anxiety subscale scores, reflecting greater concurrent anxiety, were associated with reduced likelihood of perceived substantive risk from swine influenza in people with schizophrenia. Conclusion: Affect appears to play a role in risk perception of influenza and willingness to take protective measures against it in people with schizophrenia.

scholarly journals COVID-19 pandemic: Nigerians’ knowledge, perception and adherence to preventive measures

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oyetunde Oyeyemi ◽  
Victoria Oladoyin ◽  
Oluyemi Okunlola ◽  
Akinola Mosobalaje ◽  
Ifeoluwa Oyeyemi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Public Health Education ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Outbreak Response ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Correct Knowledge

Abstract Aims: One of the ways to manage the current coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is monitoring of public knowledge, risk perceptions, adherence to preventive measures and preparedness behaviors. This is of utmost importance in resource limited countries. This study determined the knowledge and perception about COVID-19; adherence to COVID-19 preventive measures; as well as predictors of self-perceived risk of contracting COVID-19 among Nigerian adults.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Nigerian adults ≥ 18 years using an online survey. Participants were recruited using the authors’ social networks. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics at 5% level of statistical significance.Results: Generally, a high proportion of respondents had correct knowledge about COVID-19. However, only about half (49.8% and 49.9%) had correct knowledge that obesity was a risk factor for COVID-19 and that antibiotics cannot be used to treat COVID-19. Most (84.1%) did not have a self-perceived risk of contracting COVID-19. Most (81.0%) have been avoiding crowded places and 61.3% washed their hands very often. Predictors of self-perceived risk of COVID-19 were age 40-59 years (OR 2.05, CI 1.217-3.435), ≥ 60 years (OR 4.68, CI 1.888-11.583) and visiting crowded places (OR 2.27, CI 1.499-3.448).Conclusion: Our study recommends more rigorous public health education aimed at improving COVID-19 outbreak response in Nigerian. Also, physical and social distancing should be emphasized across all age groups with additional focus on the older population.

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