Development and evaluation of social cognitive measures related to adolescent dietary behaviors

Abstract

Aim and objective: This study is aimed to develop social cognitive measures regarding adolescent dietary behaviours. Background: Social cognitive measures are based on the adolescents’ poor dietary practices, in addition on failing to meet the demand dietary guidelines and recommendations. The survey questionnaire is administered to the students by using survey monkey link. This is based on 65 students of dental students. Result: The survey done has shown that more than 80% of the participants are aware that eating healthy foods are important for a healthy life style.