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The Prevalence of Health-Promoting Behaviors Among Sixth-Grade Elementary Students in Isfahan City, Iran Publisher



Rahimieskandari M1 ; Amidimazaheri M2 ; Tarrahi MJ3
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  1. 1. Student Research Committee AND Department of Health Education and Health Promotion, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  2. 2. Department of Health Education and Health Promotion, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
  3. 3. Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Health, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran

Source: Journal of Health System Research Published:2025


Abstract

Background: Health-promoting behaviors encompass a range of behaviors that empower individuals to take charge of their health and other members of society. Considering that many high-risk behaviors are formed early in life, this study aimed to investigate health-promoting behaviors and the factors influencing them among sixth-grade elementary school students in Isfahan City, Iran, in 2023. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with participation of 201 boy and girl elementary school students selected through two-stage cluster random sampling. Health-promoting behaviors were assessed using a standard questionnaire, Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile (HPLP), and a demographic characteristics questionnaire also was used. Data analysis was performed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests with SPSS software. Findings: The average score for health-promoting behaviors was 137.33 ± 18.97. The highest average score was observed in the self-actualization dimension, which was 31.89 ± 4.35, while the lowest average score was in the stress management dimension, at 12.98 ± 3.12. Overall, 5.5% of students were classified as having good health, 73.5% were at an average health level, and 22.7% were categorized as having undesirable health. A significant difference was found between girls and boys only in the dimension of self-actualization; no significant differences were observed in the other dimensions. Conclusion: Considering that few students were in good health, it is necessary to develop a health promotion behavior training program for this age group to enhance their physical and mental health. © 2025, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences(IUMS). All rights reserved.
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