Health Risk Behaviors and Self-Esteem Among College Students: Systematic Review of Quantitative Studies.
Int J Behav Med
; 27(2): 142-159, 2020 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Due to their impact on premature mortality and long-term disabilities, a better understanding of health risk behavior (HRB) determinants among college students is crucial in order to build the most appropriate prevention tools. Although self-esteem appears to be a relevant candidate, a clear picture summarizing its multiple links with HRB is lacking to guide clinicians and researchers. This study aims to provide a systematic review of the associations between health risk behavior and self-esteem among college students.METHODS:
This search was performed in several databases on 02/02/17. Study eligibility criteria were original articles in peer-reviewed journals, in English; observational quantitative studies; among college students; and investigated the association between self-esteem and HRB. The PRISMA statements were complied with.RESULTS:
One hundred fifteen articles were included 46 on substance use, 35 on sexual behavior, 11 on nutritional habits, 27 on physical activity, and 5 on other HRB. Most studies reported an association between higher self-esteem and healthier behavior. For alcohol consumption and number of sexual partners, both negative and positive associations have been reported. Directionality was investigated in a few studies suggesting potential bidirectional effects.CONCLUSIONS:
This review points out the need for consensus for the definition of self-esteem and HRB. There was high heterogeneity in (1) the measurement of self-esteem either in the concept measured (global vs. domain) or in the way to implement validated tools; and (2) the definition of HRB. Self-esteem seems to be a relevant target to intervene on HRB, especially alcohol abuse and physical activity. TRIAL REGISTRATION Registration number PROSPERO (ID = CRD42017056599).Palabras clave
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Conducta Sexual
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Estudiantes
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Conductas de Riesgo para la Salud
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
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Systematic_reviews
Límite:
Adolescent
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Behav Med
Asunto de la revista:
CIENCIAS DO COMPORTAMENTO
Año:
2020
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Francia