Cross-Cultural Validation and Psychometric Properties Test of the Healthy Lifestyle Intention Scale for University Students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

University students are internationally recognized as a population at risk due to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors and elevated health risks. Supporting positive behavioral change requires understanding their intentions to adopt healthier habits. This study aimed to psychometrically evaluate and culturally validate the healthy lifestyle intention scale (HLIS) in three countries and regions.

Methods

A cross-sectional methodological study was conducted in 2023 among university students in Finland (n = 753), Singapore (n = 750), and Hong Kong, China (n = 767). The HLIS was developed based on the Adherence to Treatment of Patients with Chronic Disease Instrument. Psychometric evaluation included Spearman's ρ, Cronbach's ɑ, and both expl

SUBMITTER: Kahkonen O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12670962 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature