Men's perceptions on educational intervention participation at workplace
Gabriela Schiavon Ganassin1, Guilherme Oliveira de Arruda1, Mayckel da Silva Barreto1
1Universidade Estadual de Maringá. Maringá, Paraná, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|August 22, 2019
Summary
This study shows that health education for working men, focusing on relevant topics and group support, can motivate lifestyle changes. Participants increased health information seeking and adopted healthier eating habits.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Health Education
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Working men often face unique health challenges.
- Targeted educational interventions are crucial for improving health outcomes in this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the application of an educational intervention for working men.
- To identify the perceived outcomes of this intervention from the participants' perspective.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative, descriptive, and exploratory research conducted in Southern Brazil.
- 35 metallurgists participated in the study.
- Data collected via operating group recordings and participant observation; analyzed through content analysis.
Main Results:
- Participants showed increased interest in seeking health information.
- Some participants successfully modified lifestyles, particularly regarding diet and physical activity.
- Group support was identified as a significant motivator for these changes.
Conclusions:
- Health education programs that address meaningful themes are effective.
- Cohesive groups with mutual support foster positive lifestyle modifications.
- Interventions should be tailored to the specific needs and context of working men.
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