Predictors of health promotion behaviors among older adults with non-communicable diseases
Keywords:
health-promoting behaviors, social support, self-care behaviorsAbstract
This predictive correlational research aimed to examine health promotion behaviors and identify the predictors of health promotion behaviors among older adults with Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Subjects were older adults (n = 200) with the NCDs visiting the Primary Care Unit in Phitsanulok Province. Participants were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected by using a Demographic Information Questionnaire, a Self-Care Behavior Scale, a Social Support Scale, and a Health Promotion Behavior Scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Hierarchical Multiple Regression analysis.
Findings showed that most young-old adults had an average age of 68.71 years (SD = 9.74). The hierarchical regression analysis revealed that social support and self-care behavior were significant predictors of health promotion behaviors. Together, these factors accounted for 65% of the total variance (Adjusted R2 = 0.650, p < 0.001). Overall, health promotion behaviors were at a moderate level. Sub-scale analysis indicated that stress management scored the highest, while physical exercise received the lowest score. Community nurses should develop health promotion programs that strengthen social support networks. Furthermore, interventions should specifically target physical activity modifications tailored to the context of older adults to enhance quality of life and the efficiency of NCD management.
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