An exploration into experiences and attitudes regarding risky health behaviours in an adult cystic fibrosis population.
Abstract
Health risk behaviours (HRBs) are prevalent within the cystic fibrosis (CF) population, and there is a lack of research around what influences their engagement. This research explored beliefs associated with HRBs within an adult CF population using qualitative semi-structured interviews. Participants' beliefs towards their CF and its life impact were investigated to explore reasons for engaging in HRB. A desire for normalcy was evident, often accompanied by engagement in everyday HRB as a method of minimising the illness identity. Evidence of a life-orientated illness perspective was also prevalent, with participants engaging in some risky behaviours for fun. Overall, there was a lack of knowledge on the consequences of HRB, with many participants reporting not being informed of these by clinicians. This research highlights a dilemma between clinical recommendations and personal life strategies undertaken by individuals with CF to support their identity.
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Date
2019-12-23
Type
Article
Subject
Psychology
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Citation
Keyte R, Egan H, Nash EF, Regan A, Jackson C, Mantzios M. An exploration into experiences and attitudes regarding risky health behaviours in an adult cystic fibrosis population. Psychol Health Med. 2020 Sep;25(8):1013-1019. doi: 10.1080/13548506.2019.1706750. Epub 2019 Dec 23
Journal / Source Title
Psychology, Health & Medicine
DOI
10.1080/13548506.2019.1706750
PMID
31870175
Publisher
Routledge
Publisher’s URL
http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/cphm20