The Relationship Between Health Literacy and Health Conceptualizations:An Exploratory Study of Elementary School-Aged Children.
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چکیده
Analyzing children's conceptualizations of health and body and health literacy will significantly add understanding to how problematic health attitudes and behaviors may take root (Driessnack, Chung, Perkhounkova, & Hein, 2014). The knowledge gained from such an assessment can be applied towards communication contexts that aim to promote children's health literacy and their well-being. With increased health literacy, children can actively participate in decision-making regarding their own health and can understand why healthy behaviors are important to adult health (Borzekowski, 2009). The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine the understudied intersection between health literacy and health conceptualizations in children in order to elaborate on health literacy theory. Specifically, the findings contribute to health communication between children and their caregivers, and between children and health care providers. Qualitative, in depth interviews were conducted with elementary school children. The significance of the study is its contribution to health communication for children, where interventions can consider health literacy types and levels before addressing children's health outcomes. Findings show how we can understand children's conceptualizations and can address health literacy skills inside and out of the classroom in ways that resonate with children.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Health communication
دوره 33 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2018