Key result
Perceived CVD susceptibility is linked to a ~25% higher intention to change behavior among women.
Why the study?
Risk factors for CVD among young and middle-aged women have increased, whereas CVD knowledge and awareness remain low.
Population
149 women ages 25-55 years living in the United States
Design
Cross-sectional online survey
Authors
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May inform counseling on CVD susceptibility in women; leaves open whether this predicts sustained behavior change.
Cross-Sectional (n=149)
Odds Ratio: 1.247 (95% CI 1.101–1.414)
p-value: p=< .001
Perception of personal susceptibility to CVD, rather than its severity, is a key predictor of intent to change behavior among young and middle-aged women.
Rountree et al. (2024) conducted a cross-sectional in Cardiovascular disease risk awareness (n=149). Perception of cardiovascular disease susceptibility was evaluated on Intention to change behavior (OR 1.247, 95% CI 1.101-1.414, p=< .001). Perception of cardiovascular disease susceptibility was associated with increased intention to change behavior among women (OR 1.247; 95% CI 1.101-1.414; P<0.001).
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