Qualitative study highlights differences in health perception among students with varying cardiovascular health indices, suggesting family support as a key modulator.
Key Points
Differential patterns in health perception were identified based on cardiovascular health index, showing significant divergence between high and low CHI groups.
Family support emerged as the principal modulator affecting cardiovascular health and adherence to healthy habits among university students.
The qualitative analysis revealed that emotional and academic factors also influence the health perceptions and behaviors of students.
Understanding the modulators of health perception could lead to improved strategies for promoting healthy behaviors among university students.
Cite This Study
Castellanos-Martínez et al. (2025) studied this question.