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Empowering Iraqi Female Students Toward Healthier Preconception Behaviors: Memberdayakan Siswa Perempuan Irak Menuju Perilaku Prakonsepsi yang Lebih Sehat Arief, Nawres Jameel; Naji, Arkan Bahlol
Psikologia : Jurnal Psikologi Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): July
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/psikologia.v9i2.1856

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This study explores the efficacy of a health beliefs model-based intervention in enhancing pre-pregnancy health behaviors among female college students at the University of Baghdad's English Department. Despite initial similarities in health behaviors between the control (n=72) and experimental (n=72) groups, significant improvements were observed in the experimental group post-intervention, indicating a successful impact of the intervention on health behaviors (first posttest: p < 0.001; second posttest: p < 0.001). Conducted from October 2023 to March 2024, this randomized controlled trial utilized pretests, posttests, and intervention sessions to evaluate outcomes. Results underscore the potential of incorporating such targeted health programs into existing university health curricula to foster better pre-pregnancy health practices among young women, thereby improving long-term health outcomes. This intervention fills a crucial gap by demonstrating sustainable behavior change, which is essential for proactive health management in this demographic. Keywords: Expanded Health Belief Model, Preconception, Health Behaviors, Female Collegians
Pre-conception Health Behaviors among Female Collegians Students: Perilaku Kesehatan Pra-Konsepsi di Kalangan Mahasiswa Perempuan Arief, Nawres Jameel; Naji, Arkan Bahlol
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCE Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidaorjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/anamnetic.v1i2.1585

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This study explores preconception health behaviors among female college students at the University of Baghdad's College of Languages, English Department, highlighting a significant gap in health-promoting activities prior to pregnancy. Despite the general understanding of the importance of pre-pregnancy health, there is limited research focusing on the predictive factors influencing these behaviors among university students. The study, conducted from October 1, 2023, to March 11, 2024, involved 144 female students selected through non-probability sampling. Data were collected via a validated 5-point Likert scale and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings indicate that 74.4% of participants exhibited low levels of preconception health behaviors, with age, academic grade, and socioeconomic status being significant factors. These results underscore the need for targeted educational interventions to enhance pre-pregnancy health awareness and behaviors among female college students, potentially improving outcomes for future maternal and child health. Keywords: Pre-conception, Health Behaviors, Female Collegians