Behavioral mediators of colorectal cancer screening in a randomized controlled intervention trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Understanding mediators for behavioral change is important for the optimization of intervention strategies. This report examines mediators of change in the context of a randomized controlled intervention trial (Los Angeles, 2004-2009) that successfully increased colorectal cancer (CRC) screening among Filipino Americans.

Methods

The intervention, based on the Health Behavior Framework, targeted knowledge/awareness of CRC screening, communication with health care provider, health beliefs, social support and barriers to CRC screening. Health Behavior Framework variables were assessed at baseline and 6-month follow-up (N=432). Variables targeted for change were tested as potential mediators of the primary outcome, self-reported receipt of CRC screening during the fol

SUBMITTER: Maxwell AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3075444 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature