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Development of a Model for Promoting Health Information Literacy for Self-Care among Older Adults: A Case Study of Khian Sa Municipality, Surat Thani Province |
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| Creator | Ayab Sadadkhan |
| Title | Development of a Model for Promoting Health Information Literacy for Self-Care among Older Adults: A Case Study of Khian Sa Municipality, Surat Thani Province |
| Contributor | A-phorn Molee |
| Publisher | Department of Information Science, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | Journal of Information Science Research and Practice |
| Journal Vol. | 43 |
| Journal No. | 4 |
| Page no. | 93-115 |
| Keyword | Health Information Literacy, Self-Care, Older Adults |
| URL Website | https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jiskku |
| Website title | Journal of Information Science Research and Practice |
| ISSN | 3027-6586 |
| Abstract | Objective: To develop a model for promoting health information literacy for self-care among older adults: A case study of Khian Sa Municipality, Surat Thani Province.Methods: This study employed an Exploratory Sequential Mixed Methods Design. In the quantitative phase, data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered to 60 older adults selected through purposive sampling from elderly clubs and the elderly school. Descriptive statistics, including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, were used for data analysis. In the qualitative phase, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions conducted in both large- and small-group formats. The research instruments consisted of an in-depth interview guideline and a set of guiding questions for focus group discussions. Key informants were selected through purposive sampling, totaling 20 participants. The data were validated using triangulation techniques and subsequently analyzed through content analysis to systematically synthesize the essential themes.Findings: The promotion of health information literacy among older adults comprises six key components: access to information, cognitive understanding, communication skills, self-management, media literacy, and decision-making skills. Relevant agencies should implement integrated and continuous activities tailored to the community context to enhance older adults’ knowledge and skills for comprehensive and effective self-care.Application of the Study: The model for promoting health information literacy for self-care among older adults, developed through the case study of Khian Sa Municipality, Surat Thani Province, can serve as a local prototype. Relevant agencies may apply this model to design effective activities, communication strategies, and health-promotion interventions for older adults. Its application can enhance self-care capacity and contributes to improving the long-term quality of life among the aging population. |
