Photoprotection in adolescents: what they know and how they behave
An. bras. dermatol
; 93(1): 39-44, Jan.-Feb. 2018. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
Abstract Background:
The greatest sun exposure occurs until adolescence and this is the only factor involved in photocarcinogenesis subject to modification with photoprotection.Objective:
The objective of this study was to evaluate the habits and knowledge of adolescents regarding photoprotection.Method:
Cross-sectional study that included 512 students from primary and high school. Data were collected by questionnaires with questions about habits and knowledge on sun protection. For data analysis, Pearson's Chi-square test and Yates test were applied, with 5% level of significance.Results:
We evaluated 512 students, with a mean age of 14 years old. The teenagers agreed that ultraviolet rays cause skin cancer and aging (96% and 70%, respectively). Knowledge about the occurrence of burns even on cloudy days was recorded in 68% of cases, as well as the need for photoprotection for sports in 72%. The source of information about sun protection were by parents in 55%. In 70% was observed previous occurrence of sunburn, the daily use of sunscreens was found in 15% and 67% used only at the beach. of sunscreens with SPF higher than 30 was reported by 70% of students and 57% reported going to the beach between 10h and 16h. In 68% of cases it was registered insufficient sun protection, attributed, in 57% of the time to forgetfulness. Studylimitations:
The sample refers to two schools of Curitiba (PR), Brazil.Conclusion:
Teenagers know the risks of sun exposure, but they do not adopt the practices for adequate protection.Key words
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LILACS
Main subject:
Sunlight
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Sunscreening Agents
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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
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Adolescent Behavior
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Environmental Exposure
Type of study:
Observational_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Adolescent
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
America do sul
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Brasil
Language:
En
Journal:
An. bras. dermatol
Journal subject:
DERMATOLOGIA
Year:
2018
Type:
Article