Diabetes prevention among American Indians: the role of self-efficacy, risk perception, numeracy and cultural identity
Description: This study examines diabetes prevention behaviors among Northern Plains American Indians, applying the Risk Perception Attitude (RPA) framework to understand how self-efficacy, perceived risk, numeracy, and cultural identity influence knowledge and engagement in preventive behaviors.
Citation: Simonds, V. W., Omidpanah, A., & Buchwald, D. (2017). Diabetes prevention among American Indians: The role of self-efficacy, risk perception, numeracy and cultural identity. BMC Public Health, 17, 763. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-017-4766-x
Audience
Community health workers / Patient navigators / Promotoras
Researchers
Language
English
Resource Type
Publications
Priority Population
American Indian or Alaska Native
Topic Areas
Diabetes/Chronic disease prevention
