This cross-sectional study examined the main predictors and perceived barriers to reproductive health information seeking by young Peruvian women. Using an online survey, young Peruvian women aged 18-26 years old were invited to participate voluntarily in this study. The Comprehensive Model of Information seeking from Johnson and Meischke (1993) was tested. This model indicates that demographics, direct experience, salience, and beliefs predict utility of information sources. The model also suggests that information-carrier characteristics (perceived trust and perceived utility) could influence health information seeking. Hypotheses related to these variables were tested. An important addition to the model was perceived barriers, which are considered critical factors in the Peruvian context because of the taboo related to sexual and reproductive health. Path analysis with manifest variables was used to test the best fit between the data and the hypothesized model. Data analysis showed mixed results, drawing attention to the direct effects of personal factors on health information seeking.cultural beliefs, health information seeking, Peru, reproductive health, unplanned pregnancy, young women
Highlights• The present study aimed to determine the main predictors and perceived barriers of reproductive (modern contraception) health information-seeking behavior of young Peruvian women. • The study drew attention to the direct effects of personal factors on health information seeking among young women and the role perceived barriers in
Adolescent years are a time of joy and can represent a challenge for parents and youth, especially for immigrants to the US who are adjusting to their host country. Programs focusing on family skills and positive youth development (PYD) can contribute to youth wellbeing especially, however, few exist for low-income immigrant families. (1) Background: The major goals of this project are to strengthen both PYD and healthy parenting practices by implementing an evidence-informed program, Familias Activas. A theory of change guided the development of Familias Activas in which three factors: parent training, positive youth development, and youth physical activity sessions (soccer) aimed to improve Latinx youth mental health. Youth participated in weekly soccer practices led by trained soccer coaches while parents/caregivers attended parent education. Both sessions lasted eight weeks. (2) Method: We describe the formative stage of the research project as well as the pilot implementation of the Familias Activas program, which provides critical insights for the development of a PYD program. (3) Results: Evaluation surveys were administered to youth and their parents. Thirty youths and sixteen parents completed the survey. The Kidscreen scale had a mean for most items ranging from 3.6 to 4.2. Participating youth were 11 years old and most affirmed they were Latinx. The feasibility program quality mean was 4.2 indicating an overall positive result for the pilot program.. Implications of PYD programs for Latinx youth are discussed. (4) Conclusions: The current paper presents a model for positively influencing the physical and mental wellbeing of Latinx youth and their parents. The model is culturally responsive in its involvement of both parents and youth in programming.
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