Impact of Preventive Medicine on Youth Awareness
Author Information
Author(s): Petrescu CM, Gheorghe IR, Petrescu GD
Primary Institution: ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest
Hypothesis
Is there a connection between health behavior and Preventive Medicine among young people in Romania?
Conclusion
Preventive Medicine has no significant influence on the health decisions of adolescents in Romania.
Supporting Evidence
- The study surveyed 304 adolescents to assess their health behaviors.
- Results showed that most respondents had no chronic diseases and were not on diets.
- There was no significant correlation found between health behaviors and the impact of Preventive Medicine.
Takeaway
The study looked at how health education affects young people's choices, but it found that it doesn't really change their habits.
Methodology
A questionnaire was distributed to 304 adolescents to assess their health behaviors and attitudes towards Preventive Medicine.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing health behavior and relies on self-reported data.
Participant Demographics
The participants were adolescents with an average age of 19, predominantly female, from the academic environment in Romania.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.42
Statistical Significance
p=0.42
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