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Measuring Health Beliefs About UV Exposure Among Oregon College Students

Creator:: Julian, Anne K.
Abstract:: Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a primary cause of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer and thus represents a critical public health concern. Skin cancer risk behavior research lacks an instrument designed to assess health beliefs about UV exposure that may increase skin cancer risk by increasing risky UV exposure...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Use and Disclosure of Complementary Health Approaches Among Children with Developmental Disabilities

Creator:: Lindly, Olivia J.
Abstract:: Children with developmental disabilities (DD), particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD), may use complementary health approaches (CHA), including some modalities that can be unsafe, inefficacious, and/or costly. Still, the prevalence of CHA use among US children with DD is not known and their reasons for use are not well understood. By...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Experiences and Correlates of Healthcare Discrimination Among Saudis in the United States

Creator:: Sinky, Tassnym Hussein
Abstract:: Healthcare discrimination is associated with various health-related attitudes, behaviors, intentions, and outcomes including provider avoidance, underutilization or increased use of healthcare services, use of alternative means of healthcare, delays in medical care, less satisfaction with care, poor health behaviors, and poorer health outcomes. Since 2001, Muslims and Arabs in the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Weight Stigma and Its Associations with Health Behaviors Among Older Adults

Creator:: Phibbs, Sandi Cleveland
Abstract:: Having excess weight carries a negative social stigma in the U.S. Previous research has shown that experiencing stigma has negative physical and mental health consequences. Few studies have examined how experiencing weight stigma might act as a barrier to engaging in healthy behaviors among older adults. The purpose of this...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Healthcare processes and the use of online peer-to-peer forums for weight loss information

Creator:: Faith, Jennifer
Abstract:: Use of the Internet for health information has been gaining popularity, and some studies suggest an increase in the use of online interactive peer-to-peer forums for seeking health information. Internet health information-seeking is especially popular among those with stigmatized conditions such as obesity, and negative healthcare experiences have been linked...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

A Critique of Studies on the Effect of HIV/AIDS Conspiracy Beliefs on African Americans

Creator:: Puopolo, Erica J.
Abstract:: A disproportionate amount of HIV/AIDS cases each year occur among African Americans. The purpose of this study was to review the numerous studies on HIV/AIDS conspiracy beliefs and their effects into one document. This research was done using research databases to indentify peer-reviewed journal articles on HIV/AIDS conspiracy beliefs, and...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Exploring health literacy factors that may affect breast and cervical cancer screenings in the Hmong population of Oregon

Creator:: Sahlberg, Claire E.
Abstract:: Hmong women in the United States have been shown to have low rates of breast and cervical cancer screening. The reasons behind these statistics are unclear. This study explored possible health literacy factors that may be affecting low screening rates for breast and cervical cancer in this population. A transcription...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis

Fathers' perceptions of their impact on children's health and well-being : an exploratory study

Creator:: Hill, Tisa Fontaine
Abstract:: Fathers play a critical role in child development and well-being, yet research on how men view their roles as fathers and their influence on their children's health is limited. The present study sought to answer the following questions: 1) What are men's expectations regarding fatherhood? 2) How have these expectations...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Hepatitis B and liver cancer among Hmong : knowledge, perceptions of risk, and barriers to hepatitis B screening and vaccination

Creator:: Kue, Jennifer
Abstract:: Chronic hepatitis B disproportionately affects Asian Americans. Although Asians make up only 4.2% of the total United States (U.S.) population, they account for more than half of those infected with hepatitis B. If left untreated, chronic hepatitis B could lead to cirrhosis, liver damage, and liver cancer. Studies show that...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The relationship between income and food insecurity : the role of social support in rural and urban Oregonians

Creator:: De Marco, Molly M.
Abstract:: Millions of U.S. households experienced hunger in 2005 and millions more experienced food insecurity. Previous research indicates that low-wage work and little social support contribute to food insecurity. Research also suggests that individuals cope by finding alternate food sources and drawing on social support. Further, researchers have found that rural...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Measuring Health Beliefs About UV Exposure Among Oregon College Students

Use and Disclosure of Complementary Health Approaches Among Children with Developmental Disabilities

Experiences and Correlates of Healthcare Discrimination Among Saudis in the United States

Weight Stigma and Its Associations with Health Behaviors Among Older Adults

Healthcare processes and the use of online peer-to-peer forums for weight loss information

A Critique of Studies on the Effect of HIV/AIDS Conspiracy Beliefs on African Americans

Exploring health literacy factors that may affect breast and cervical cancer screenings in the Hmong population of Oregon

Fathers' perceptions of their impact on children's health and well-being : an exploratory study

Hepatitis B and liver cancer among Hmong : knowledge, perceptions of risk, and barriers to hepatitis B screening and vaccination

The relationship between income and food insecurity : the role of social support in rural and urban Oregonians

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