Awareness Model in Prevention of Osteoporosis

This study investigated the effectiveness of a Healthy Living Awareness Program for the Prevention of Osteoporosis based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model (HLAPPO-IMB) in university students. The study adopted a randomized controlled trial intervention pretest, posttest, and follow-up research design. Participants were randomized into intervention (n=43) and control groups (n=44). Data were collected using a personal information form, the Osteoporosis Knowledge Test, the Osteoporosis Health Belief Scale, the Osteoporosis Self-Effective Scale, and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form. The primary outcome measure was the participants\' knowledge and health beliefs about osteoporosis. The secondary outcome measure was the participants\' healthy lifestyle behavior skills (self-efficacy in weight-bearing exercises, taking calcium, and engaging in physical activity). Research questions (RQ) RQ1: Does \"Healthy Living Awareness Program for the Prevention of Osteoporosis based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model\" expand participants\' knowledge of osteoporosis? RQ2: Does \"Healthy Living Awareness Program for the Prevention of Osteoporosis based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model\" enhance participants\' health beliefs? RQ3: Does \"Healthy Living Awareness Program for the Prevention of Osteoporosis based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model\" improve participants\' self-efficacy in doing weight-bearing exercises and taking calcium? RQ4: Does \"Healthy Living Awareness Program for the Prevention of Osteoporosis based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model\" improve participants\' self-efficacy in engaging in physical activity?