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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Behavioral Science
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Australia has the world's highest skin cancer incidence.
  • Sun-protective behaviors can significantly reduce skin cancer risk.
  • The transtheoretical model of behavior change is relevant for health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To construct and validate a questionnaire assessing readiness to change sun-protective behavior.
  • To categorize individuals into stages of change using the transtheoretical model.
  • To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Readiness to Alter Sun-Protective Behavior (RASP-B) questionnaire.

Main Methods:

  • A 12-item questionnaire (RASP-B) and a behavior questionnaire were administered to 122 undergraduate students.
  • Principal component analysis was used to determine the questionnaire's factor structure.
  • Participants' sun-protective behaviors were assessed in relation to their stage of change.

Main Results:

  • The RASP-B demonstrated a clear three-factor structure aligning with the transtheoretical model's stages (precontemplation, contemplation, action).
  • Participants in the action stage reported significantly higher levels of sun-protective behaviors (e.g., wearing protective clothing, seeking shade).
  • No significant differences in sunscreen use frequency were found across stages, with overall infrequent use reported.

Conclusions:

  • The RASP-B is a valid and reliable tool for assessing readiness to change sun-protective behaviors.
  • The questionnaire is quick to complete (approx. 5 min) and self-administered.
  • The RASP-B is useful in primary healthcare settings for limited-time consultations.