Lessons from the Oslo Study Diet and Anti-smoking Trial : a qualitative study of long-term behaviour change
Engelsk titel: Lessons from the Oslo Study Diet and Anti-smoking Trial : a qualitative study of long-term behaviour change
Författare:
Cable TA
;
Meland E
;
SoeberG
;
TonE
;
SlagsvolD
;
SveiN
Språk: Eng
Antal referenser: 26
Dokumenttyp:
Artikel
UI-nummer: 65849
Sammanfattning
The aim of this study was to identify factors associated with sustainable behaviour change among persons at increased risk for future cardiovascular disease. A qualitative approach based on focus group interviews was used. Twenty-five men aged 62-71 years who participated in the Oslo Study Diet and Anti-smoking Trial were interviewed in four focus groups. The study identified five categories of factors linked to the process of lifestyle changes: the doctor-patient relationship, significant others, motivators, barriers, and empowerment. Participants reported a process of empowerment and personal control as an important element of sustainable change. The importance of the unique relationship with a certain provider has implications for future healthcare planning.