Influence of general practitioners' perceptions on social prescription of arts, nature, and physical activity for psychosocial health and well-being: a structural equation model approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

GPs are pivotal in promoting holistic health and well-being among patients, with the emerging concept of social prescription gaining attention. Understanding GPs' knowledge, attitudes, and perceived influence regarding social prescription is crucial for practical integration into healthcare practice. Therefore, the current study addresses this research gap by comprehensively understanding the influence of general practitioners' perceptions (knowledge, attitudes, and perceived effectiveness) on arts, nature, physical activity, and social prescription for psychosocial health and well-being.

Methods

This research was exploratory, and a cross-sectional survey design was adopted to collect data at a single point in time from a sample of general practitioners in China.

SUBMITTER: Menhas R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12727977 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature