Why the study?
What characteristics predict participation in a diet and physical exercise prevention programme in men with increased CHD risk factors?
Population
187 men, aged 35-60, with increased risk factors for CHD (158 participants and 27 nonparticipants)
Comparison
Participation in a 6-month diet and physical… vs Non-participation in the programme
Design
Cross-sectional, Participants were randomized into a diet group, a physical…
Authors
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Perceived benefits and threat may guide recruitment; leaves open whether modifying attitudes increases participation in CHD prevention programs.
What characteristics predict participation in a diet and physical exercise prevention programme in men with increased CHD risk factors?
Belief in treatment efficacy and perceived health threat are stronger predictors of participation in lifestyle intervention trials than objective health knowledge.
Näslund et al. (1994) studied this question.
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