Editorial
As usual, I feel highly honoured to see to the release of Volume 37, Number 1, January 2025 edition of this journal to the warm hands of its reading public. This edition is very educative containing many articles like;
Influence of Genetic Predispositions and Environmental Factors on the Emotional Wellbeing of Young People, Family Characteristics as Predictor of School-Related Gender-Based Violence among Adolescents, Impact of Health Education Intervention on Knowledge of Menstrual Disposal among Female Adolescents and Social Media Health Misinformation: Consequences and Solutions .
Worthy of note also, are articles on; Road Traffic Accidents in Nigeria: Understanding the Risk and Preventive Factors , Knowledge and Utilisation of Modern Contraceptives among Female Primary School Teachers, Effectiveness of School-Based Health Education in Promoting Healthy Behaviours among Adolescents, Relationship Between Physical Activities and the Mental Well-Being among Health Workers Environmental Health Education as Precursor for Safer Environment, Recreational Sports and Mental Health among Postgraduate Students and Push and Pull Factors as Predictors of Migration among Health Care Workers in Tertiary Hospitals.
I thank all authors, assessors/reviewers and members of the Editorial Team and our press for working with understanding to ensure ”the birth of this edition” despite its associated challenges. It is hoped that this edition will meet the needs of students, researchers and policy makers in advancing knowledge in health related issues.
Prof. O.A. Moronkola, JP, FIMPD, FNSHA, MNAE, nssmfe
Editor-in- Chief
Discover Insights from Volume 37, No 1
This section features a selection of articles and visuals illustrating key themes from this edition’s health education research.
- INFLUENCE OF GENETIC PREDISPOSITIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON THE EMOTIONAL WELLBEING OF YOUNG ADULTS IN UNIVERSITY OF BENINDon J.U. and Timbiri E.B Department of Health, Safety and Environmental Education, Faculty of Education University of Benin, Benin City Abstract Nature-nurture controversy and the origin of emotional well-being is an age-long debate which tries to determine whether Nature (genetics) and Nurture (environmental) factors can influence the emotional health of young adults. This study focused… Read more: INFLUENCE OF GENETIC PREDISPOSITIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON THE EMOTIONAL WELLBEING OF YOUNG ADULTS IN UNIVERSITY OF BENIN
- FAMILY CHARACTERISTICS AS PREDICTOR OF SCHOOL-RELATED GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN OYO STATEOlolade D.O*, Moronkola O.A** and Iyanda A.B** *Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo**Dept. of Health Education, University of Ibadan. Abstract School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV), a social problem and a public health concern is on the increase in Oyo State, Nigeria leading to bullying and school absenteeism among students. This study,… Read more: FAMILY CHARACTERISTICS AS PREDICTOR OF SCHOOL-RELATED GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN OYO STATE
- DETERMINANTS OF FOOD PREFERENCES AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN EDO STATE: IMPLICATIONS FOR HEALTH EDUCATIONEgbochuku, Obiageli Ogochukwu and Atedhor, Chinwe Nneamaka Dept. of Health, Safety and Environmental Education, University of Benin, Benin-City. Abstract Food preferences of undergraduates tend to shift towards convenience, affordability and social influences as they transit towards independent living. This study therefore sought to investigate the determinants of food preferences among undergraduates of universities in Edo state… Read more: DETERMINANTS OF FOOD PREFERENCES AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN EDO STATE: IMPLICATIONS FOR HEALTH EDUCATION
- IMPACT OF HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTION ON KNOWLEDGE OF MENSTRUAL DISPOSAL AMONG FEMALE ADOLESCENTS IN ILORIN METROPOLIS, KWARA STATEAbdulqadir, Oyebisi Folaranmi, Dept.of Early Childhood Care Education (ECCE), Kwara State College of Education. Oro and Sanusi Arimiyau Akanji, Dept. of Health Promotion & Environmental Health Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin. Abstract Menstrual waste management is a critical public health and environmental issue, especially in developing countries where access to adequate sanitation and hygiene facilities is… Read more: IMPACT OF HEALTH EDUCATION INTERVENTION ON KNOWLEDGE OF MENSTRUAL DISPOSAL AMONG FEMALE ADOLESCENTS IN ILORIN METROPOLIS, KWARA STATE
- IMPACT OF HEALTHY EATING EDUCATION ON SOCIO-CULTURAL FACTORS AND DIETARY BEHAVIOUR OF STUDENTS IN LAGOS ISLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATEHabeeb L. Owolabi1; Timothy O. Ayoade2; Mercy A.C. Onwuama3; and Adetola O. Adeniyi 4Lagos State University of Education, Oto/Ijanikin, Lagos State. Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education, 3 University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos State, Nigeria Abstract There are controversies when socio-economic status and culture are used to determine a change in behaviour after healthy eating education… Read more: IMPACT OF HEALTHY EATING EDUCATION ON SOCIO-CULTURAL FACTORS AND DIETARY BEHAVIOUR OF STUDENTS IN LAGOS ISLAND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, LAGOS STATE
- SOCIAL MEDIA HEALTH MISINFORMATION: CONSEQUENCES AND SOLUTIONSOmokaro O. C.Chiejine I. J. and Imonna K. E. Dept. of Health Safety and Environmental Education, University of Benin, Benin City. Abstract Social media and online resources have affected most aspects of our lives, and many are now using it to guide their healthcare decisions. The proliferation of health misinformation on social media poses significant threats… Read more: SOCIAL MEDIA HEALTH MISINFORMATION: CONSEQUENCES AND SOLUTIONS
- PERIOD POVERTY, SOCIO-CULTURAL RESTRICTIONS AND MENSTRUAL HYGIENE BEHAVIOUR OF FEMALE ADOLESCENTS IN THE CONTEMPORARY SOCIETYOluwunmi, M. Folorunso and Francisca, C. Anyanwu Department of Health Education University of Ibadan, Ibadan. Abstract Period poverty is inaccessibility of menstrual products, safe, hygienic spaces to use them and the right to manage menstruation without shame or stigma, but unfortunately this is not a reality for many female adolescents. This is not just a potential… Read more: PERIOD POVERTY, SOCIO-CULTURAL RESTRICTIONS AND MENSTRUAL HYGIENE BEHAVIOUR OF FEMALE ADOLESCENTS IN THE CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
- HEALTH EDUCATION, A PRECURSOR TO ACCCESSIBILITY AND UTILIZATION OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE IN NIGERIA.Emmanuel Ndumdi Orji and Henry Ikechukwu Imah Dept. of Science Education (Health Education Unit) University of Delta, Agbor. Abstract Primary Health Care (PHC) serves as the first point of healthcare contact to the communities and remains the closest healthcare to the ordinary average person. However, there are couple of barriers to an easy accessibility and utilization of this… Read more: HEALTH EDUCATION, A PRECURSOR TO ACCCESSIBILITY AND UTILIZATION OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE IN NIGERIA.
- APPLICATION OF DIGITAL TOOLS FOR TEACHING HEALTH EDUCATION: CHALLENGES AND SUGGESSTIONS FOR OPTIMAL UTILISATIONRidwan Ademola Adekola,1 AyobamiAlade Okundare,2 Samuel Adesina Okueso3 and Segun Abiodun Olawunmi4 Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria. 1-3,Sports Council, Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos. Abstract Digital tools are meant to transform health education by enhancing accessibility to health resources, engagement, and improving learning outcomes. E-learning platforms,… Read more: APPLICATION OF DIGITAL TOOLS FOR TEACHING HEALTH EDUCATION: CHALLENGES AND SUGGESSTIONS FOR OPTIMAL UTILISATION
- INFLUENCE OF UNWHOLESOME PRACTICES AS PRECURSOR OF GULLY EROSION AND ITS IMPACTS ON HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT IN IGUOBAZUWA COMMUNITY OF EDO STATEJ. U. Don and V. C Braimoh Department of Health, Safety and Environmental Education, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria Abstract The study investigated the unwholesome practices as precursor of gully erosion and its impact on health and the environment in Iguobazuwa community. Four research questions were raised to guide the study. The study adopted… Read more: INFLUENCE OF UNWHOLESOME PRACTICES AS PRECURSOR OF GULLY EROSION AND ITS IMPACTS ON HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT IN IGUOBAZUWA COMMUNITY OF EDO STATE
- IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF REFUSE DISPOSAL AMONG STUDENTS IN COMMUNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL EBEDEBIRIWalker, D.* and Akpe, A. B.** *Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State. **Department of Community Health Science, College of Health Technology, Otuogidi, Bayelsa State Abstract Management of refuse is a serious public health challenge in Nigeria, because it is uncoordinated and poses serious threat to the health of… Read more: IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF REFUSE DISPOSAL AMONG STUDENTS IN COMMUNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL EBEDEBIRI
- INFLUENCE OF TEACHING PRACTICE PROGRAMME ON HEALTH CHALLENGES OF SICKLE CELL ANAEMIA UNDERGRADUATE PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS IN LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY*Ligali L. A.*, Arinla S. M.** and Lafiaji-Okuneye B. B.** *Department of Human Kinetics, Sports and Health Education, Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State, Nigeria **Department of Human Kinetics, Sports and Health Education, Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Ijanikin, Lagos State, Nigeria Abstract Undergraduates in the Teaching Practice Programme (TPP) often face various challenges during… Read more: INFLUENCE OF TEACHING PRACTICE PROGRAMME ON HEALTH CHALLENGES OF SICKLE CELL ANAEMIA UNDERGRADUATE PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS IN LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY
- IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING: A REVIEWAleke, C.O.*, Imah, H.I.**,Omaka-Amari, L.N.*and Ogazi, P.C*** *Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Ebonyi State University **Department of Science Education (Health Education Unit), University of Delta, Agbor ***Department of Primary Education, Federal College of Education (T) Asaba Abstract Peoples’ mental health and quality of life are usually dependent on the environment one lives. On the… Read more: IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING: A REVIEW
- ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS IN NIGERIA: UNDERSTANDING THE RISK AND PREVENTIVE FACTORSAleke* C.O*, Orji, S.A* and Imah, H.I**, *Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Ebonyi State University **Department of Science Education (Health Education Unit), University of Delta, Agbor Abstract Road traffic accidents (RTA) is a common phenomenon and an emerging public health threat globally including Nigeria. In Nigeria, RTA is a serious menace plaguing the country thus, requiring a… Read more: ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS IN NIGERIA: UNDERSTANDING THE RISK AND PREVENTIVE FACTORS
- RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND THE MENTAL WELL-BEING AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN WARRI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATEOgbede O. M. and Oyibo R.U Dept. of Physical and Health Education, College of Education, Warri, Delta State Abstract This study investigated the relationship between physical activities and the mental well-being of healthcare workers in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria. The research was guided by three objectives and corresponding research questions.… Read more: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND THE MENTAL WELL-BEING AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN WARRI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE
- KNOWLEDGE AND UTILISATION OF MODERN CONTRACEPTIVES AMONG FEMALE PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT, EDO STATEChiejine I. J. and Omokaro O. C. Department of Health Safety and Environmental Education Faculty of Education, University of Benin, Benin City Abstract The main purpose of this study was to investigate knowledge and utilization of modern contraceptives among female primary school teachers, in Oredo Local Government Area, of Edo State. Specifically, the study seeks… Read more: KNOWLEDGE AND UTILISATION OF MODERN CONTRACEPTIVES AMONG FEMALE PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN OREDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT, EDO STATE
- ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION AS PRECURSOR FOR SAFER ENVIRONMENTFelicia S. Ekpu, UtibeAbasi U. Isong and Iboro Bassey Edet Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education, University of Uyo, Uyo. Abstract A well-informed public is the cornerstone of sustainable development, and environmental health education plays a pivotal role in equipping individuals and communities with the knowledge and practices necessary to foster a safer, healthier… Read more: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION AS PRECURSOR FOR SAFER ENVIRONMENT
- RECREATIONAL SPORTS AND MENTAL HEALTH AMONG POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN BAYELSA STATELeghemo, T. S. and Peter-Kio Boma Opirite Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State Abstract The study examined recreational sports participation and mental health among postgraduate students in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the research was guided by three primary objectives: to identify the recreational sports… Read more: RECREATIONAL SPORTS AND MENTAL HEALTH AMONG POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN BAYELSA STATE
- PUSH AND PULL FACTORS AS PREDICTORS OF MIGRATION AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN IBADANIyanda A.B.*, Adigun O. O.** and Olasunkanmi E. I.* *Department of Health Education, University of Ibadan **Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, Ibadan. Abstract The migration of healthcare workers has become a critical issue in Nigeria, particularly in public tertiary hospitals, where the loss of skilled professionals threatens the stability of the healthcare system. Despite efforts… Read more: PUSH AND PULL FACTORS AS PREDICTORS OF MIGRATION AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN TERTIARY HOSPITALS IN IBADAN
- ATTITUDES TOWARDS SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN UNIVERSITY OF BENINA. P. Omoregie1 and Igbudu U. 1Institute of Child Health, College of Medical Sciences, University of Benin, Benin City and Igbudu U2 2Dept. of Health Safety and Environmental Education, University of Benin, Benin City. Abstract Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a significant health issue globally, particularly among adolescents and young adults. Despite various measures to reduce the… Read more: ATTITUDES TOWARDS SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN UNIVERSITY OF BENIN
- SAFETY EDUCATION AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION IN NIGERIAN.SECONDARY SCHOOLS: THE TRENDS AND DYNAMICS IN THE 21ST CENTURYOyovwi F. Evuarherhe and Ighoja F. Ejiroghene Dept. of Physical and Health Education, College of Education, Warri. Abstract This paper examined the trends and dynamics of safety education and accident prevention in Nigerian secondary schools, addressing the pressing need for effective safety measures in educational environments. It begins with an examination of the concepts of safety education… Read more: SAFETY EDUCATION AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION IN NIGERIAN.SECONDARY SCHOOLS: THE TRENDS AND DYNAMICS IN THE 21ST CENTURY