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Health Promoting Lifestyle Behaviours among Older Adults in Saudi Arabia: Implications and Future Directions

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  • Ashwag Al Shammari

    (Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Saudi Arabia)

  • Abdulrahman Al Onazi

    (Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Saudi Arabia)

  • Mishaal Al Onazi

    (Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Saudi Arabia)

Abstract

The older adult population is rapidly increasing worldwide, with significant healthcare needs, especially in Saudi Arabia. Health-promoting behaviors are crucial to enhance quality of life and reduce morbidity among older adults. This study aimed to assess the level of health-promoting lifestyle behaviors among older adults in Saudi Arabia and identify the factors associated with these behaviors.A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted among 304 older adults attending primary healthcare centers in Saudi Arabia. Data were collected using the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP II) and analyzed using SPSS version 26, with multiple logistic regression employed to determine factors affecting health-promoting behaviors. The overall mean score of health-promoting behaviors was 162.7 out of 208, indicating moderate engagement. Spiritual growth had the highest mean score, while physical activity had the lowest. Marital status, education, and the presence of chronic kidney and pulmonary diseases were significantly associated with better health-promoting behaviors. Older adults in Saudi Arabia exhibit moderate levels of health-promoting behaviors, with spiritual growth being the most prominent. Targeted interventions are needed to enhance physical activity and nutrition, focusing on vulnerable groups to improve overall health outcomes.

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Handle: RePEc:alk:bjns00:v:4:y:2024:i:2:id:8481
DOI: 10.32996/bjns.2024.4.2.13
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