Assessing perceived and functional health literacy among parents in Cyprus: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parents often must take decisions regarding their children's health, which requires certain skills and competences. Parental health literacy (HL) is important in establishing positive health-promoting behaviours and better health outcomes to their children. Limited parental HL has been associated with various negative children's health outcomes. The aim of the study was to explore perceived and functional HL among parents in Cyprus.

Method

A cross-sectional study was conducted with a convenience sample of 416 parents of children, aged 6 months to 15 years old, presenting in pediatric outpatient departments across three Cypriot cities. Participants completed the HLS-EU-Q47, a self-reported measure of HL, and the NVS (Newest Vital Sign), a performance-based measure

SUBMITTER: Menikou J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10566705 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature