Influence of Health Beliefs on Adherence to COVID-19 Preventative Practices: International, Social Media-Based Survey Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Health behavior is influenced by culture and social context. However, there are limited data evaluating the scope of these influences on COVID-19 response.

Objective

This study aimed to compare handwashing and social distancing practices in different countries and evaluate practice predictors using the health belief model (HBM).

Methods

From April 11 to May 1, 2020, we conducted an online, cross-sectional survey disseminated internationally via social media. Participants were adults aged 18 years or older from four different countries: the United States, Mexico, Hong Kong (China), and Taiwan. Primary outcomes were self-reported handwashing and social distancing practices during COVID-19. Predictors included constructs of the HBM: perceived susceptibility, p

SUBMITTER: Hsing JC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7919844 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature