Correlates Of Health Literacy Research Articles

Correlation of health literacy and learning style preference in persons with heart failure

ObjectiveThe purpose of the study was to describe demographic and health literacy correlates of learning style in older adults with heart failure (HF). MethodsCross sectional data on learning styles (VARK Questionnaire, 16 items) and health literacy (S-TOFHLA, 36 items) were collected. Preferred learning style was determined and correlated to health literacy and demographic measures. Results116 participants with heart failure (M age = 75.1 (SD 12.5) years, M health literacy of 19 (SD 11.5). Most identified as male (59 %); with inadequate health literacy (67 %). Thirty percent reported a multimodal learning style preference with a kinesthetic (r = .33, p = .03) and not a visual preference (r = −.49, p < .001). Among unimodal learning styles, the most frequent was kinesthetic (26.7 %). Those with lower literacy levels were older (r = −.44, p = <.001), had less education (r = .48, p < .001) and reported a kinesthetic learning preference (r = .37, p = .001). ConclusionOlder individuals identifying as male, with low health literacy, preferred a kinesthetic approach to HF education. Future research should consider the linkage between education tailored to learning style, health literacy and outcomes. Practice implicationsAssessment of learning style should be completed prior to an educational encounter.

Correlation of health literacy, health management self-efficacy, and attitude in elderly patients with schizophrenia: A cross-sectional study.

The study investigated the relationship between chronic diseases and health problems, emotional health status, health literacy, health self-management attitude, and health management self-efficacy in older patients with schizophrenia. It is expected to provide multiple health perspectives in the care of older patients with schizophrenia and improve their health literacy and self-management. A cross-sectional study. Data collection from 2020/09 to 2021/10, the study of older patients with schizophrenia who were diagnosed with schizophrenia and were over 50 years, live in residential mental rehabilitation institutions in eastern Taiwan as older people. Data were collected on demographic variables, chronic diseases, health problems, health literacy, healthy management self-efficacy, and attitudes. The study results show 61.49 years (SD = 6.57), the gender, health literacy, and health management self-efficacy can effectively explain the variance of health self-management state by 18.5% (F(3,116) = 10.01, p < 0.000), in which health literacy (β = 0.28, t = 3.07, p = 0.003) and health management self-efficacy (β = 0.19, t = 2.03, p = 0.04) that in the analysis of predictors, emotional health status, and health literacy not only have significant explanatory power on health management self-efficacy and the performance of physical functions but are also important factors affecting the quality of life among the elderly; the important influencing factor of health management self-efficacy and health self-management behaviour is health literacy. Therefore, health literacy is crucial to the health attitudes of older patients with schizophrenia. This study found that increased health literacy among older patients with schizophrenia can enhance their attitude and ability to manage their health. IMPLICATIONS FOR THE PROFESSION AND NO PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: Nursing can provide nursing measures related to individual health literacy to help patients improve their health literacy, maintain the health of chronic older patients with schizophrenia, reduce elderly schizophrenia disability, enhance patients' ability to manage their self-efficacy and health self-management attitude, and improving the health and quality of life of patients.

Analysis of the Association Between Health Literacy, Physical Literacy, and Scholastic Achievement; A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study Among High- School Students From Southern Croatia

Theoretically, health literacy (HL) and physical literacy (PL) should be associated with overall education, but little is known about their association with scholastic achievement. The aim of this study was to investigate whether scholastic variables relate to HL and PL among high-school adolescents. We observed 268 high school students (202 females, 66 males) who were assessed on HL using the HLS-EU47 questionnaire and PL by PLAYself questionnaire. Scholastic variables included grade point average and excused and unexcused number of absences from school. Gender-stratified correlations, cluster analysis, and discriminant canonical analysis were calculated to establish the associations between study variables. The correlations between HL and scholastic variables were generally poor, while statistically significant correlations between grade point average and HL were noted only among girls (R=0.16, p&lt;0.05). Cluster and discriminant analyses confirmed higher HL and PL among girls who were better at school. While associations between HL and PL with scholastic achievement were generally poor, our results point to the necessity of further investigation of a problem. Hence, specific types of knowledge should be explored as possible correlates of HL and PL in adolescence.

Increasing Health Literacy May Reduce Health Inequalities: Evidence from a National Population Survey in Ireland.

Background. Health literacy has been separately associated with socio-economic status and worse health status and outcomes. However, the magnitude of the associations between health literacy and health status and outcomes may not be evenly distributed across society. This study aims to estimate and compare the associations between health status, health behaviours, and healthcare utilisation within different levels of social status in the Irish population. Materials and methods. Data from Ireland collected as part of the 2011 European Health Literacy Survey were analysed. General health literacy was measured on a 0–50 scale, low to high. There were four binary outcomes: long-standing health conditions, smoking, hospital visits in the last 12 months, and self-rated health status. Logistic regression analysis was conducted to estimate the likelihood of each health outcome. Health literacy was treated as the main independent variable. Marginal effects were calculated using the delta method to demonstrate the change in likelihood of each outcome associated with a 5-point increase in health literacy score. The sample was grouped into tertiles based on self-reported social status, and models were replicated and compared for each tertile. Models were adjusted for known correlates of health literacy and health: age, gender, and education. Analysis was conducted using Stata V14. Results. Higher health literacy scores were associated with a lower probability of having a limiting illness within the low social status group only. Higher health literacy scores were associated with a lower probability of three or more hospital visits in the past 12 months in the low and middle social status groups. For people in the low and middle social status groups, higher health literacy levels were associated with a lower probability of being a current smoker. The associations between health literacy and self-rated health status were similar in each social status group. Conclusions: Improvement in population health literacy may reduce the prevalence of long-term chronic health conditions, reduce smoking levels, and result in fewer hospital visits. Whilst improved health literacy should improve behaviours and outcomes in all groups, it should have a more marked impact in lower social status groups, and hence contribute to reducing the observed social disparities in these health outcomes.

The relationship between health literacy and quality of life among hemodialysis patients: An integrative review.

Various studies have highlighted the correlates to health literacy and quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis therapy. However, evidence of how these two outcomes could influence each other is not clear. This study aimed to assess the correlation between health literacy and quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis. This is an integrative review of correlational studies. This study conforms to the preferred reporting items for integrative reviews described by Whitemore and Knafl. We search for studies reporting on the correlation of health literacy and quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis in six databases, that is PubMed, Web of Science/Knowledge, Scopus and Embase, Google Scholar and Ovid MEDLINE. In this review five studies were included after screening them against the inclusion criteria. Two studies were identified from Iran, and one study was identified each from Australia, Turkey, and the USA. Most studies were descriptive comparative in nature, while two studies were experimental. Shayan's study had the highest number of participants. This study reports on 1,063 patients receiving dialysis. Most studies were conducted at different centers. Findings from three studies showed that there was a significant relationship between health literacy and quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis. There is a relationship between health literacy and quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis. Conclusively, addressing health literacy may improve the quality of life among patients receiving hemodialysis.

The Correlation of Health Literacy with Quality of Life in Asthmatic Patients

The Correlation of Health Literacy with Quality of Life in Asthmatic Patients

THE ROLE OF HEALTH LITERACY ON PROCESS AND OUTCOMES OF A DIABETES SELF-HELP INTERVENTION WITH KOREAN AMERICANS

The purpose of this study was to explicate the underlying mechanisms of the role of health literacy (HL) in diabetes management process involving a group of Korean Americans with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). We used data from a randomized clinical trial of an HL-focused diabetes self-management intervention (n = 250). A series of path analyses identified the level of self-efficacy and self-care skills as a significant mediator between HL and glucose control (HbA1C) and quality of life for the target population. In addition, education and acculturation were revealed as the most significant correlates of HL for this new immigrant group. Despite inconsistent empirical findings regarding the statistically significant effect of HL on glucose control, this study confirmed the apriority hypothesis that HL indirectly influences health outcome through mediators such self-care skills as self-efficacy. This study highlighted the importance of HL in chronic disease management for people with limited HL.

Correlation of Health Literacy with posttraumatic growth of patients with cancer- A cross-sectional study in Tehran.

Correlation of Health Literacy with posttraumatic growth of patients with cancer- A cross-sectional study in Tehran.

The Bivariate Correlation of Health Literacy and Cell Phone Addiction amongst Iranian Healthcare Students

The Bivariate Correlation of Health Literacy and Cell Phone Addiction amongst Iranian Healthcare Students

Correlation of Health Literacy with Quality of Life in Athletic Disabled Women

Correlation of Health Literacy with Quality of Life in Athletic Disabled Women

Exploring levels and correlates of health literacy in Arabic and Vietnamese immigrant patients with cancer and their English-speaking counterparts in Australia: a cross-sectional study protocol

IntroductionFor immigrants diagnosed with cancer, the stress of a cancer diagnosis and treatment can be amplified by unfamiliarity with the health system, lack of culturally and linguistically appropriate information, and...

The Relationship between Health Literacy, Perceived Self-efficacy and Self-care Performance of Female Senior High School Students in Health Promoting Schools of Miyaneh, 2016-2017

Background and objective: Self-care in adolescents is considered as an effective measure in line with the promotion of health in each community. In this regard, the role of health promoting schools is of great importance. Furthermore, health literacy, as one of the basic tools for promoting community health, has been given much attention by policymakers. The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between the health literacy, perceived self-efficacy and self-care performance of female senior high school students in the health promoting schools of Miyaneh in 2016-2017. Methods:In this descriptive-correlational study, 320 female senior high school students were selected randomly using the multi –stage cluster sampling method. Data were collected by using the questionnaires of Health Literacy Measure for Adolescents (HELMA), General Self-efficacy Scale, and the Adolescent Health Promotion (AHP) scale. Data were analyzed by SPSS software (version 21) using the statistical tests of Pearson correlation coefficient and Multiple Regression (ENTER method). Results: The results showed that there is a positive and significant relationship between the health literacy and perceived self-efficacy and the self-care performance of female students in the health promoting schools, as well as between the components of health literacy and self-care components. No significant relationship was found between the component of health literacy calculation and the self-care components of nutrition, responsibility for health, spiritual growth, and physical activity. The results of regression analysis indicated that the dimensions of self-efficacy, use and correlation of health literacy are good predictors of self-care performance (R2 = 0.605). Moreover, the health literacy and the perceived self-efficacy can predict the self-care performance of students by 51 percent. Conclusion: The results of the present study indicated that a student with high levels of health literacy and the perceived self-efficacy has better self-care performance. Therefore, in order to improve the self-care performance of students, it is recommended that their health literacy and self-efficacy be improved at schools. Paper Type:Research Article.

Health literacy in a population-based sample of adult men and women in a South Eastern European country.

Health literacy (HL) may be an important determinant of health, but this concept is largely under-researched in Albania, a transitional country in the Western Balkans which is currently undergoing major political and socioeconomic changes. We aimed to assess the sociodemographic distribution of HL in this transitional South Eastern European country aspiring to join the European Union. A cross-sectional study was conducted in urban Tirana, the capital of Albania, during September 2012-February 2014 including a representative population-based sample of 1154 adult individuals aged ≥18 years (57% women; 89% response). HL was assessed using the full version (47 items) of the 'Health Literacy Survey-European Union Questionnaire'. Spearman's correlation coefficients were used to assess the linear associations between HL indexes with demographic and socioeconomic correlates of study participants. Overall HL was significantly higher among younger, highly educated and better-off participants. Conversely, no significant differences were noticed regarding sex, employment status or marital status of respondents. Sociodemographic correlates of HL among Albanian adults showed similar trends with those observed in other former communist countries of Europe. Current findings may help policymakers tailor accordingly future interventions and programs to improve health status of Albanian citizens.

Correlation of Health Literacy and Life Events to Cervical Cancer Screening Behaviors of Japanese Female Workers in Their 20s

Correlation of Health Literacy and Life Events to Cervical Cancer Screening Behaviors of Japanese Female Workers in Their 20s

Psychosocial Correlates of Health Literacy Among Older Patients With Coronary Heart Disease

This study examined psychosocial correlates of health literacy (HL) scores among older patients with coronary heart disease (CHD). A cross-sectional survey assessed psychosocial factors relating to the following: self-efficacy (i.e., perception of ability to perform a specified behavior) for diet, exercise, medication, and for a future attempt to quit smoking; social support; social stigma; appointment attendance; knowledge of heart problems; and understanding of health information. Health literacy was measured by the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Medicine (REALM). Of 321 patients, 70 had a REALM score in the low HL range (<60). When adjusting for demographics, a lower REALM score was significantly associated with reports of increased difficulty understanding health information (p < .001), less knowledge of heart problems (p = .002), increased discomfort about asking for explanations of health information (p = .014), less support with discussing health problems (p = .020). Patients with CHD and low HL are likely to face psychosocial challenges when managing their health problems. In order to encourage these individuals to seek help, health professionals need to be aware of the psychosocial characteristics of patients with low HL. These individuals may need behavioral support to increase both their self-efficacy and their understanding of their medical condition.

Health Literacy in Low-Income Latino Men and Women Receiving Antiretroviral Therapy in Community-Based Treatment Centers

Health literacy is an important and well known predictor of health-seeking behaviors and health status. Some populations of persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) are reported to have low levels of health literacy. Factors contributing to low levels of health literacy in traditionally underserved ethnic minority groups seeking community-based treatment services are many and include individual level predisposing and enabling factors as well as system enabling factors. The purpose of this study was to describe deficits in health literacy in a sample of 90 low-income HIV-infected Latino men and women reported to have problems with treatment adherence. Additionally, correlates of health literacy were examined to identify the relative impact of these factors in predicting lower levels of health literacy in this at-risk population. Results of the study indicated that years of education was associated with understanding HIV terms and accurately reading and understanding instructions on prescription bottles. In a multivariate context, individual predisposing and system enabling factors accounted for 22% of the variance in patients' understanding HIV terms. Individual predisposing and individual enabling factors accounted for 17% of the variance in reading and understanding instructions on prescription bottles. Further research is needed to examine the role of treatment programs in mediating relationships between individual predisposing factors and health literacy and the linkages between health literacy, health promotion behaviors, and subsequent health status in at-risk populations.