An application of a series of theory-based educational intervention based on the health belief model on skin cancer prevention behaviors in female high school students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer is a leading cause of death globally and the second cause of death in developed countries. Having a rising incidence, skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in Iran. Long-term UV radiations, particularly during childhood and adolescence, is a major cause of skin cancers. The Theory of Planned Behavior as the most precise indicator of behavior, contains motivational factors affecting behavior. This theory has been successful in predicting factors related to chronic diseases, especially cancer. As this model was successful in assessing sun-protective behaviors in previous studies, this study was designed to figure out how a theory-based educational intervention can affect the skin cancer prevention practices of Iranian female high school students.

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SUBMITTER: Kamyab A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10333432 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature