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Does a continence educational brochure promote health-seeking behavior?
Bev O'Connell1, David Wellman, Linda Baker
1Southern Health-Deakin University, Burwood, Malvern, Victoria, Australia. bevoconn@deakin.edu.au
Summary
A Continence Educational Brochure (CEB) prompted individuals to discuss incontinence issues and seek professional help. This health promotion strategy effectively encouraged behavior change regarding continence problems.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Public Health
- Health Promotion
Background:
- Urinary incontinence affects a significant portion of the population, often leading to reduced quality of life.
- Health-seeking behaviors for incontinence are often delayed or inadequate.
- Educational interventions can play a crucial role in empowering individuals to manage their health concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of a Continence Educational Brochure (CEB) on health-seeking behaviors of individuals bothered by incontinence symptoms.
- To determine if the CEB influenced participants' actions in managing their continence problems.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive and exploratory study design was employed.
- Participants received and read the CEB, then completed a questionnaire.
- A subset of participants bothered by incontinence were interviewed 2-3 months post-brochure distribution to assess behavioral changes.
Main Results:
- Two-thirds of interviewed participants sought help for their continence problem.
- Over 44% discussed bladder or bowel problems with someone due to the study or brochure.
- More than 94% of those who recalled the CEB believed it would be helpful for others.
Conclusions:
- The CEB effectively prompted discussions about continence issues and, in some cases, led to seeking professional help.
- Distribution of continence education packages is recommended as a public health promotion strategy.
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