Health Beliefs Related to Diabetes Mellitus Prevention among Adolescents in Saudi Arabia

Almutairi, Reem lafi; Bawazir, Amen; Ahmed, Anwar; Jradi, Hoda

doi:10.18295/squmj.2015.15.03.015

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“…Some reported reasons were shared with other parts of the world, while others were specific to the Arab region. It is clear that the hot climate of the Arabian Peninsula and Gulf countries limits outdoor physical activity to relatively short seasons and requires special indoor facilities [ 13 , 38 , 44 – 52 ]. In addition in most countries, the built environment, inadequate public transportation systems, and lack of spaces for walkers or joggers discourage exercise [ 15 , 20 , 26 , 31 , 38 , 42 , 46 , 47 , 53 – 68 ].…”

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“…In addition in most countries, the built environment, inadequate public transportation systems, and lack of spaces for walkers or joggers discourage exercise [ 15 , 20 , 26 , 31 , 38 , 42 , 46 , 47 , 53 – 68 ]. As in other studies, time constraints were mentioned as barriers [ 15 , 26 , 28 , 30 , 31 , 40 – 42 , 46 , 52 , 54 , 67 , 69 – 73 ], in addition to insufficient motivation or interest [ 25 , 26 , 34 , 44 , 46 , 54 , 71 , 73 ], other priorities [ 26 ], and lack of skills [ 26 , 44 ].…”

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“…The combination of physical obstacles and low valuations translates into insufficient interest and motivation to exercise, which are documented in multiple countries [ 20 , 46 , 52 , 68 , 90 ]. A number of studies [ 24 , 40 , 71 , 74 , 95 – 101 ] bring out the clustering of health risks within the studied populations, whereby physical activity is one among a set of lifestyle factors that may include energy dense foods, sweet drinks, sedentariness, and unsafe driving.…”

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Physical inactivity, gender and culture in Arab countries: a systematic assessment of the literature

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BackgroundPhysical inactivity is associated with excess weight and adverse health outcomes. We synthesize the evidence on physical inactivity and its social determinants in Arab countries, with special attention to gender and cultural context.MethodsWe searched MEDLINE, Popline, and SSCI for articles published between 2000 and 2016, assessing the prevalence of physical inactivity and its social determinants. We also included national survey reports on physical activity, and searched for analyses of the social context of physical activity.ResultsWe found 172 articles meeting inclusion criteria. Standardized data are available from surveys by the World Health Organization for almost all countries, but journal articles show great variability in definitions, measurements and methodology. Prevalence of inactivity among adults and children/adolescents is high across countries, and is higher among women. Some determinants of physical inactivity in the region (age, gender, low education) are shared with other regions, but specific aspects of the cultural context of the region seem particularly discouraging of physical activity. We draw on social science studies to gain insights into why this is so.ConclusionsPhysical inactivity among Arab adults and children/adolescents is high. Studies using harmonized approaches, rigorous analytic techniques and a deeper examination of context are needed to design appropriate interventions.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (10.1186/s12889-018-5472-z) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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“…In a cross-sectional study of 426 non-diabetic secondary school students, the authors found higher obesity rates in males than females ( p =0.013). 20 The male students were also less aware of the risks of T2DM, such as obesity, family history, and high fat intake. The students acknowledged obesity as the most important risk factor, while weight reduction was recognized as the key preventive measure.…”

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Knowledge and awareness of diabetes mellitus and its risk factors in Saudi Arabia

Alanazi

Alotaibi

Paliadelis

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Objectives:To summarize available peer-reviewed publications about public knowledge and awareness of diabetes mellitus (DM) among the population of Saudi Arabia.Methods:We followed the standard reporting guidelines outlined in the PRISMA statement for the preparation of this systematic review. In February 2018 we conducted literature searches of PubMed, Scopus, BIOSIS Citation Index, and Web of Science using the following keywords: “Knowledge” OR “Awareness” AND “Diabetes Mellitus” AND “Saudi Arabia.” Records were screened, and relevant studies were selected and synthesized narratively.Results:Nineteen articles are included in our systematic review. These studies included the following populations: DM patients (n=13), healthcare workers (n=3), medical students (n=1), secondary school students (n=1), and general population (n=1). Most studies found a lack of public awareness of the risk factors and complications of DM. Among medical students and healthcare workers, knowledge about the epidemiology of the disease and angle of insulin injection was deficient.Conclusion:This review highlights the need for increased knowledge and awareness of DM among the Saudi population. The means of improving knowledge and awareness of DM needs to be integrated into existing healthcare systems and processes to better inform patients, families, and communities about this chronic disease.PROSPERO REG. NO: CRD: 42018098787

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“…Food decisions inclined toward the higher Energy food. 17 There are four causes play the greater part developing chronic diseases, principally absence of physical exercise, poor nourishment, tobacco utilization, and excessive alcohol intake. Chronic diseases can be prevented by following certain dietary habits.…”

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Patterns of eating associated with the chronic diseases in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

Sayegh¹,

Qurini²,

Khan³

et al. 2017

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: There is increase in the limitation of daily activity of people with chronic diseases. This may be due to multiple factors one of them is the nature of the lifestyle for instance, patterns of eating that the person is following. It is important to sum the dietary behaviors in specific population to see how much is it associated with chronic diseases. Specially, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and sickle cell disease which are endemic diseases in Al-Ahsa. Moreover, no studies have been conducted in this area before. It is known that there is increased obesity, cardiovascular and diabetes prevalence in Al-Ahsa. The study aims to see the association between chronic diseases and eating patterns. Methods: Cross sectional study, self-reported questionnaire distributed to the population under supervision of the data collectors in Al-Ahsa, during the summer of 2017. Results: The most prevalent chronic disease is obesity. Then comes hypertension and G6PD. Obesity showed most association with other chronic diseases. Also, eating frozen canned food show associations with obesity, hypertension, G6PD and diabetes. Conclusions: We concluded that there are certain eating behaviors influences some chronic diseases; there should be a focus on these behaviors to prevent the occurrence of these chronic diseases, especially metabolic diseases. Obesity is the primary concern which may facilitate the developing of hypertension, asthma, diabetes, high cholesterol, G6PD, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, sickle cell disease and cardiovascular events.

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Health Beliefs Related to Diabetes Mellitus Prevention among Adolescents in Saudi Arabia

Cited by 19 publications

References 19 publications

Physical inactivity, gender and culture in Arab countries: a systematic assessment of the literature

Physical inactivity, gender and culture in Arab countries: a systematic assessment of the literature

Knowledge and awareness of diabetes mellitus and its risk factors in Saudi Arabia

Patterns of eating associated with the chronic diseases in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia

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