| Effectiveness of a first aid information video in reducing epilepsy-related stigma. | |
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PMID: 20637706 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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The effectiveness of a knowledge-based intervention in increasing levels of knowledge about epilepsy and reducing negative stereotypes toward people with epilepsy was examined. University psychology students (N=131) completed measures of knowledge of and familiarity with epilepsy and attitudes toward people with epilepsy before and after watching a first aid educational video. Results showed that the video was effective in both enhancing the level of knowledge of epilepsy and improving attitudes toward epilepsy. The video was rated highly on measures of acceptability. This study illustrates the effectiveness of using a simple, cost-effective educational intervention, with specific knowledge-based information incorporating the viewer's emotional involvement, to improve knowledge and reduce stigma regarding epilepsy in a targeted influential group. Presenting this first aid educational video to the public, specifically those who are most likely to encounter someone with epilepsy (e.g., teachers, future health professionals), may be particularly fruitful. |
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Authors:
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Rachel M Roberts; H S Aida Farhana |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2010-07-15 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Epilepsy & behavior : E&B Volume: 18 ISSN: 1525-5069 ISO Abbreviation: Epilepsy Behav Publication Date: 2010 Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-08-16 Completed Date: 2010-12-02 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 100892858 Medline TA: Epilepsy Behav Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 474-80 Citation Subset: IM |
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Copyright 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
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School of Psychology, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia. Rachel.roberts@adelaide.edu.au |
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Adolescent Adult Epilepsy / psychology*, therapy Female Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice* Humans Male Patient Education as Topic / methods* Questionnaires Stereotyping* Videotape Recording / methods Young Adult |
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