Motives for Participating in a Lifestyle Intervention Trial
Author Information
Author(s): Jeroen Lakerveld, Wilhelmina IJzelenberg, Maurits W van Tulder, Irene M Hellemans, Jan A Rauwerda, Albert C van Rossum, Jaap C Seidell
Primary Institution: VU University Medical Center
Hypothesis
What are the socio-demographic, health-related, and lifestyle behavioral differences between participants and non-participants in a CVD lifestyle intervention trial?
Conclusion
Participants in a lifestyle intervention trial are generally younger, single, more educated, and employed compared to non-participants, who cite financial and time constraints as barriers to participation.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants were younger and more educated than non-participants.
- Financial arguments and time investment were the main barriers for non-participation.
- Motives for participation included the desire to improve health and change lifestyle.
Takeaway
People who join health programs are usually younger and want to improve their health, while those who don't join often feel it's too expensive or takes too much time.
Methodology
Data was collected from 50 participants and 50 non-participants using questionnaires and hospital records, and analyzed using logistic regression.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data on health measures like BMI may introduce bias.
Limitations
The study's small sample size may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
Participants were younger, more educated, and more likely to be employed compared to non-participants.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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