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ArticleBMC public health2025

Participation their way: a mixed methods study on engaging Australian adolescents in non-communicable disease prevention.

Stephanie R Partridge, Mariam Mandoh, Allyson R Todd, Sara Wardak, Dominik Mautner, Fulin Yan, Philayrath Phongsavan, Julie Redfern, Hoi Lun Cheng, Annabel Lee and 5 more

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Article in BMC public health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

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3 citing papers in PubMed.

  1. Building the Capacity of Adolescents as Researchers: The Co-Creation of the Health Hive Online Course.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2026
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  2. Adolescent Involvement in Co-Authoring Peer Reviewed Publications: A Reflection of Challenges and Best Practice Recommendations.Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy · 2026
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  3. How Are Adolescents Participating in the Transformation of Healthy Food Environments? A Scoping Review of Empirical Research.Obesity reviews : an official journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

15 authors.

Stephanie R Partridge *Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia. stephanie.partridge@sydney.edu.au.
Mariam Mandoh *Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Allyson R ToddSusan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Sara WardakSusan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Dominik MautnerThe Health Advisory Panel for Youth at the University of Sydney (HAPYUS), University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Fulin YanThe Health Advisory Panel for Youth at the University of Sydney (HAPYUS), University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Philayrath PhongsavanCharles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Julie RedfernSusan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Hoi Lun ChengSydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Specialty of Child and Adolescent Health, The University of Sydney, Westmead, NSW, Australia.
Annabel LeeSchool of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Jie FangSchool of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Marlee BowerMatilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Amarina Donohoe-BalesMatilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Seema MihrshahiSchool of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Rebecca RaesideSusan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.

Funding

National Heart Foundation Future Leader Fellowship 106646
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major global health burden, particularly affecting adolescents due to preventable risk factors. However, adolescents are frequently overlooked in NCD prevention efforts that directly impact them. This study aimed to evaluate adolescents' perspectives, experiences, perceptions, and preferences regarding their participation in NCD prevention activities.

methodsTo enable both breadth and depth, a mixed-methods study design was selected comprising cross-sectional online survey and focus groups, underpinned by community-based participatory research approach. Participants were 13-18 years and residing in Australia. Methodological integration through merging quantitative and qualitative data was employed. A weaving approach through narrative was used to report the findings. Adolescent researchers were actively engaged throughout all phases.

resultsFive hundred one survey participants (mean 16.0 years, SD 1.2) and 19 focus group participants (mean 17.0 years, SD 0.9) contributed to this study. Mental health disorders were identified as the most significant health concern. Those with prior volunteer experience showed greater engagement in health-promoting activities. Participants recognised their pivotal role in NCD prevention, highlighting 'influence' as crucial for health improvements. They emphasised the importance of visibility, flexibility, and authenticity in engagement methods. Despite a strong willingness to participate in future NCD prevention activities, participants cited barriers such as limited opportunities.

conclusionThis study highlights the importance of adolescent involvement in NCD prevention and suggests strategies to overcome participation barriers. Recommendations include promoting meaningful engagement, improving accessibility, and fostering collaboration with decision makers. These insights are crucial for guiding future efforts to tackle NCD challenges among adolescents.

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Health PromotionNoncommunicable DiseasesAdolescentAustraliaCommunity-Based Participatory ResearchCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleFocus GroupsHumansMaleQualitative ResearchSurveys and QuestionnairesAdolescent healthMixed methodsNon-communicable diseaseParticipatory ResearchPublic Health PolicyYouth Engagement

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PMID40361042
PMCPMC12070643

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