Development of a health promotion intervention in managing behavioral risk factors for Non-Communicable Diseases in adolescents: An Intervention Mapping Approach

Published

2024-06-18

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56450/JEFI.2024.v2i02.006

Keywords:

Intervention Mapping, Behavioural Intervention, Social Cognitive Theory, Self-Efficacy, Lifestyle, Behaviour Risk Factors, Adolescents

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Abstract

Introduction: In promoting positive behavior changes in adolescents, behavior change intervention is a crucial factor that requires attention. The aim is to develop an evidence-based social cognitive theory intervention. This paper details the intervention development, which is part of the broader NCD prevention program, targeting adolescents and motivating them to adopt healthy lifestyles. Methods: Intervention mapping is a systematic approach to developing health promotion programs and has six steps. (1) To assess the need, (2) to specify objectives and outcomes, (3) to design programs, (4) to develop intervention, (5) to plan an intervention implementation, and (6) to evaluate. Stakeholders were engaged actively to improve program feasibility. The needs assessment identified barriers to healthy lifestyle practices among adolescents. Results: Identified barriers among school management and teachers were lack of awareness, noncompliance to regular dietary practices and physical activities, time constraints, lack of motivation, space for physical activities, and guidance for healthy food choices. Interventions components were designed based on the social cognitive theory to address these barriers, involving role models and peer leaders, and providing tailored health information and activities. Conclusion: The intervention aims to motivate adolescents to adopt healthy lifestyles and promote peer support.

How to Cite

Darukaradhya, T. B., & Jayanna, K. (2024). Development of a health promotion intervention in managing behavioral risk factors for Non-Communicable Diseases in adolescents: An Intervention Mapping Approach. Journal of the Epidemiology Foundation of India, 2(2), 56–65. https://doi.org/10.56450/JEFI.2024.v2i02.006

Author Biographies

Tejaswini B Darukaradhya, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Krishnamurthy Jayanna, M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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