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Keyte, Rebecca, Egan, Helen, Nash, Edward F, Regan, Anna, Jackson, Craig and Mantzios, Michail (2020) An exploration into experiences and attitudes regarding risky health behaviours in an adult cystic fibrosis population. Psychology, health & medicine, 25 (8). pp. 1013-1019. ISSN 1465-3966.
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Health risk behaviours (HRBs) are prevalent within the cystic fibrosis (CF) population, and there is a lack of research around what influences their engagement. This research explored beliefs associated with HRBs within an adult CF population using qualitative semi-structured interviews. Participants' beliefs towards their CF and its life impact were investigated to explore reasons for engaging in HRB. A desire for normalcy was evident, often accompanied by engagement in everyday HRB as a method of minimising the illness identity. Evidence of a life-orientated illness perspective was also prevalent, with participants engaging in some risky behaviours for fun. Overall, there was a lack of knowledge on the consequences of HRB, with many participants reporting not being informed of these by clinicians. This research highlights a dilemma between clinical recommendations and personal life strategies undertaken by individuals with CF to support their identity.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Subjects: | WI Digestive system. Gastroenterology WM Psychiatry. Mental health |
| Divisions: | Emergency Services > Therapies Planned IP Care > Gastroentrology Planned IP Care > Respiratory Medicine |
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| Depositing User: | Beth Connors |
| Date Deposited: | 03 Feb 2021 15:04 |
| Last Modified: | 03 Feb 2021 15:04 |
| URI: | http://www.repository.uhblibrary.co.uk/id/eprint/3935 |
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