How does cot death prevention advice influence parents' behaviour?

LH Miller, Robert Moy, A Fraser

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    Abstract

    Objective To explore parents' understanding of the recommended cot death prevention strategies, and to discuss what they are doing in practice. If there is a difference between knowledge and implementation measures, possible reasons for this will be considered. Study design A qualitative study using thematic analysis, aimed at finding out attitudes and opinions of parents about cot death prevention measures. Twelve participants were interviewed from two disadvantaged communities in south Birmingham. Results Parents found that much of the cot death prevention advice they were provided with was conflicting and caused confusion. As such, many parents chose to follow advice from non-healthcare sources. Some parents were carrying out preventative measures but were not aware of the reason for doing it. Many felt they did not receive enough advice relating to cot death prevention. Conclusion Cot death health promotion advice appears to be inadequate among patients from a deprived socioeconomic background. Some of these issues could be resolved with increased training addressing these matters.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)613-618
    Number of pages6
    JournalChild: Care, Health & Development
    Volume34
    Issue number5
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Sept 2008

    Keywords

    • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
    • parent education
    • health beliefs
    • social deprivation

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