Determinants of Physical Activity in Young Adult Cancer Survivors

Overview

Journal Am J Health Behav

Date 2012 Apr 11

PMID 22488398

Citations 10

Authors

Lisa J Belanger

Ronald C Plotnikoff

Alexander M Clark

Kerry S Courneya

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Abstract

Objectives: To examine the determinants of physical activity (PA) in young adult cancer survivors (YACS).

Methods: A survey of 588 YACS in Alberta, Canada, assessed PA, medical and demographical factors, and theory of planned behavior variables.

Results: Path analysis explained 38% (P<.001) of the variance in PA with significant contributions from intention, planning, affective attitude, education, and general health. In turn, 56% (P<.001) of the variance in intention was explained by perceived behavioral control, instrumental attitude, and affective attitude.

Conclusion: PA interventions in YACS should focus on developing strong intentions by targeting perceived behavioral control, instrumental attitude, and affective attitude.

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