Determinants of Helmet Use Among Motorcyclists in Kerala, India
Author Information
Author(s): Sreedharan Jayadevan, Muttappillymyalil Jayakumary, Divakaran Binoo, C Haran Jeesha
Primary Institution: Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE
Hypothesis
What factors influence helmet use among motorcyclists in Kerala, India?
Conclusion
The study found that helmet use among motorcyclists was infrequent and influenced by factors such as gender, drunken driving, marital status, and attitudes towards legal measures.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 31.4% of motorcyclists used a helmet.
- Females had a 5.4 times higher chance of using a helmet compared to males.
- Those with a positive attitude towards helmet legislation were more likely to wear helmets.
Takeaway
Most motorcyclists in Kerala don't wear helmets, and things like being a woman or not drinking alcohol make it more likely that they'll wear one.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study with 309 motorcyclists interviewed using a structured questionnaire.
Limitations
The study may not represent all motorcyclists in Kerala due to its cross-sectional design.
Participant Demographics
76.1% male, 23.9% female, ages 17 to 61, with a mean age of 34.5 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
2.6-12
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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