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Determinants of Family's Self-Efficacy for Physical Activity; A Qualitative Study

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Background & objectives: Perceived self-efficacy is an effective factor for physical activity. This qualitative study explores the determinants of family's self -efficacy for physical activity. Methods: This qualitative study was performed through content analysis method. Data were collected through semi-structured interview. 20 participants were included in the study using purposive sampling method. Constant comparative analysis was applied for data anal ysis. Results: The gathered data were included in four main categories; environmental status, parents’ role, competitive activities and readiness for physical activity. The main theme derived from this study was Lack of priority for physical activity infamily daily Conclusion: Regarded to the main theme and four categories derived from this study, physical activity has poor priority in families’ daily life. Introducing physical activity as a value and developing active lifestyle are recommended f or families.

Source: Journal of Health (JoH)

Authors: K Hoseinzadeh, Shamsadin Niknami

Institutions: Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University

Language: English

Topic: Physical Activity and Health

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $26

OpenAlex ID: W2519589225