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Damari B, Emami Razavi S H, Hajebi A, Elahi E. The Pro-Social Behaviors: Necessity of the Promotion of Social Health of
Iranians. sjsph 2021; 19 (2) :123-136
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1- Ph.D. Professor, Department of Governance and Health, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran , bdamari@gmail.com
2- Ph.D. Professor, Department of General Surgery, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
3- Ph.D. Professor, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
4- Ph.D. Department of Health Education and Health Promotion, School of Public Health, Shadid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran, Iran
2- Ph.D. Professor, Department of General Surgery, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
3- Ph.D. Professor, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
4- Ph.D. Department of Health Education and Health Promotion, School of Public Health, Shadid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran, Iran
Abstract: (2038 Views)
Background and Aim: According to the definition proposed by WHO, social health is a health dimension that impacts, or is affected by, the two physical and mental dimensions. Based on the definition given by the Academy of Medical Sciences of Islamic Republic of Iran, social health includes reciprocal qualitative and quantitative behaviors by individuals towards welfare of the society. Pro-social behaviors and an encouraging environment are considered as the two main components of social health promotion. The purpose of this study was to identify pro-social behaviors in the Iranian society.
Materials and Methods: This was a qualitative study. Data were collected using 1). Literature review based on sources related to Iranian culture and religious advice, as well as published international experiences, and 2). Expert opinions based on focus group discussions on eight specialized disciplines. The data obtained were content analyzed.
Results: Analysis of the data of this study showed twenty pro-social behaviors (possible to be categorized into three domains/areas of social thinking, speech and expression, and behavior):
acceptance of diversity and altruism, understanding human rights, not telling lies, cooperation, humbleness, donation/free contribution, being critical, patience and forgiveness, lack of distrust/suspicion, speaking competence, proper balance/equilibrium, sense of responsibility, brotherhood, personal discipline/order, fidelity, trustworthiness, consultation, cultural exchange, self-identity and, finally, respecting the environment.
Conclusion: Behavior change requires applying evidence-based models, e.g., social marketing. It is, thus, suggested that after investigating and surveying pro-social behaviors in the Iranian society, barriers to pro-social behaviors should be investigated and social marketing programs be developed and implemented aiming to help improve these behaviors.
Materials and Methods: This was a qualitative study. Data were collected using 1). Literature review based on sources related to Iranian culture and religious advice, as well as published international experiences, and 2). Expert opinions based on focus group discussions on eight specialized disciplines. The data obtained were content analyzed.
Results: Analysis of the data of this study showed twenty pro-social behaviors (possible to be categorized into three domains/areas of social thinking, speech and expression, and behavior):
acceptance of diversity and altruism, understanding human rights, not telling lies, cooperation, humbleness, donation/free contribution, being critical, patience and forgiveness, lack of distrust/suspicion, speaking competence, proper balance/equilibrium, sense of responsibility, brotherhood, personal discipline/order, fidelity, trustworthiness, consultation, cultural exchange, self-identity and, finally, respecting the environment.
Conclusion: Behavior change requires applying evidence-based models, e.g., social marketing. It is, thus, suggested that after investigating and surveying pro-social behaviors in the Iranian society, barriers to pro-social behaviors should be investigated and social marketing programs be developed and implemented aiming to help improve these behaviors.
Type of Study: Research |
Subject:
Public Health
Received: 2021/11/1 | Accepted: 2021/09/22 | Published: 2021/09/22
Received: 2021/11/1 | Accepted: 2021/09/22 | Published: 2021/09/22
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