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Type: | Journal article |
Title: | The role of skin cancer knowledge in sun-related behaviours: a systematic review |
Author: | Day, A. Wilson, C. Hutchinson, A. Roberts, R. |
Citation: | Journal of Health Psychology, 2014; 19(9):1143-1162 |
Publisher: | SAGE Publications |
Issue Date: | 2014 |
ISSN: | 1359-1053 1461-7277 |
Statement of Responsibility: | Ashley K Day, Carlene J Wilson, Amanda D Hutchinson, Rachel M Roberts |
Abstract: | Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in many Western countries. This systematic review provides a comprehensive overview of the relationship between skin cancer knowledge and sun-protective, exposure and tanning behaviours in the general population. A total of 34 studies, published in peer-reviewed journals over three decades, were reviewed and synthesised. Sun-protective behaviour was positively associated with skin cancer knowledge in most cases. Findings were inconsistent regarding other sun-related behaviours. Heterogeneity in measurement compromised the capacity to definitively link knowledge and sun-related behaviours. There is a need for development and utilisation of a standardised skin cancer knowledge scale, and guidelines are suggested. |
Keywords: | cancer health behaviour health education health promotion systematic review |
Rights: | © The Author(s) 2013 |
DOI: | 10.1177/1359105313485483 |
Published version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1359105313485483 |
Appears in Collections: | Aurora harvest 2 Psychology publications |
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