Long-term effects of a peer-led asthma self-management program on asthma outcomes in adolescent peer leaders.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To examine the long-term effects of a peer-led asthma self-management program on urban adolescent peer leaders with asthma.

Methods

This longitudinal study includes 51 adolescents (16-20 years) enrolled in an asthma self-management program implemented at a one-day camp as peer leaders. Study outcomes, including quality of life, asthma control, asthma knowledge, and attitudes toward asthma were collected for 15 months post-intervention. Mixed-effects models were conducted to estimate time effects, and effect sizes were calculated for each model.

Results

Of 51 enrolled, 41 completed the training, of which 35 successfully participated in the camp program. A total of 17 peer leaders withdrew between enrollment and 15-months follow-up. Quality of life, asthma con

SUBMITTER: Rhee H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8164959 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature