<p>Self-efficacy theory proposes that confidence to engage in a health behavior is associated with engaging in that specific behavior. Most research examining self-efficacy has been conducted with white young adult populations. This cross-sectional analysis examined the association of self-efficacy (i.e., confidence) for healthy eating and physical activity in two immigrant communities. At enrollment into the Healthy Immigrant Community study, a clinical weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction intervention set in southeastern Minnesota, 475 participants completed assessments about their confidence for healthy eating and physical activity. Measurements also included self-reports of dietary quality and intake, physical activity, quality of life, and biometric assessments. Study materials were available in English, Spanish, and Somali. In total, 450 adults (Hispanic/Latinx = 267; Somali = 183) completed measures at baseline and were included for analysis. Their average age was 45 years (range 18–87) and 59% were female. Confidence for healthy eating was significantly correlated with self-report of eating healthy snacks (<i>p</i> = &lt; 0.0001) and less consumption of high-calorie drinks (<i>p</i> = 0.02) and regular soda (<i>p</i> = &lt; 0.0001). Confidence to be physically active was significantly correlated with more self-reported physical activity (<i>p</i> = &lt; 0.01). Confidence to eat healthy and be physically active appears to be correlated with having a healthier diet and higher levels of physical activity. Given the large sample size and strength of the associations, it also appears that the theoretical model of self-efficacy can be effectively measured and applied within these immigrant populations. Self-efficacy theory may be useful in understanding potential mediating mechanisms when designing future interventions with immigrant communities.</p><p><b>ClinicalTrials.gov registration</b>: NCT05136339; April 23, 2022.</p>

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Self-Efficacy Is Associated with Health Behaviors Related To Obesity and Cardiovascular Risk Among Hispanic/Latinx and Somali Immigrants To the United States

  • Brianna Tranby,
  • Irene Sia,
  • Matthew Clark,
  • Paul Novotny,
  • Abby Lohr,
  • Laura Suarez Pardo,
  • Christi Patten,
  • Sheila Iteghete,
  • Katherine Zeratsky,
  • Thomas Rieck,
  • Luz Molina,
  • Graciela Porraz Capetillo,
  • Yahye Ahmed,
  • Hana Dirie,
  • Mark Wieland

摘要

Self-efficacy theory proposes that confidence to engage in a health behavior is associated with engaging in that specific behavior. Most research examining self-efficacy has been conducted with white young adult populations. This cross-sectional analysis examined the association of self-efficacy (i.e., confidence) for healthy eating and physical activity in two immigrant communities. At enrollment into the Healthy Immigrant Community study, a clinical weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction intervention set in southeastern Minnesota, 475 participants completed assessments about their confidence for healthy eating and physical activity. Measurements also included self-reports of dietary quality and intake, physical activity, quality of life, and biometric assessments. Study materials were available in English, Spanish, and Somali. In total, 450 adults (Hispanic/Latinx = 267; Somali = 183) completed measures at baseline and were included for analysis. Their average age was 45 years (range 18–87) and 59% were female. Confidence for healthy eating was significantly correlated with self-report of eating healthy snacks (p = < 0.0001) and less consumption of high-calorie drinks (p = 0.02) and regular soda (p = < 0.0001). Confidence to be physically active was significantly correlated with more self-reported physical activity (p = < 0.01). Confidence to eat healthy and be physically active appears to be correlated with having a healthier diet and higher levels of physical activity. Given the large sample size and strength of the associations, it also appears that the theoretical model of self-efficacy can be effectively measured and applied within these immigrant populations. Self-efficacy theory may be useful in understanding potential mediating mechanisms when designing future interventions with immigrant communities.

ClinicalTrials.gov registration: NCT05136339; April 23, 2022.