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Vaccination Readiness of COVID-19 and Generic Conspiracist Beliefs Among Young Adults: The Mediated Role of Health and Wellbeing
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https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v29i2.5506Keywords:
COVID-19, vaccination readiness, generic conspiracist beliefs, health and wellbeing.Abstract
Background: The significance and seriousness of COVID-19 vaccination are regarded as a public health emergency for national and international forums. Despite this fact, vaccination readiness is a challenge in young adults due to their belief in general conspiracy theories. Objective: The prime objective of the study was to explore the relationship between vaccination readiness and generic conspiracist beliefs in young adults. Method: A correlational research design was used to conduct this research study. A total sample of 185 young adults (male=83, female=102) aged (20-39 years) fulfilling the inclusion criteria were purposively recruited from different areas of Lahore, Pakistan. An online survey was conducted having demographic information form and standardized questions about vaccination readiness, generic conspiracist beliefs, and health and well-being. The link was sent to the participants through email, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media channels. During this survey participants recorded their responses in around ten weeks. Results: Data were analyzed by utilizing SPSS-23 and AMOS-21. The results of correlation analysis revealed that vaccination readiness was inversely associated with generic conspiracist beliefs in young adults. Moreover, generic conspiracist beliefs have a significant negative impact on vaccination readiness. Health and well-being partially mediated the association between generic conspiracist beliefs and vaccination readiness. Conclusion: The authorities should initiate awareness programs to enhance the readiness of the COVID-19 vaccination and also metastasize its effectiveness in young adults. Preventive measures should be taken to eradicate the elements that enhance the generic conspiracist beliefs about vaccination.Downloads
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Naz, B. ., Fida, M. K. ., Khan, M. Z. ., Safdar, A. ., & Asghar, A. . (2023). Vaccination Readiness of COVID-19 and Generic Conspiracist Beliefs Among Young Adults: The Mediated Role of Health and Wellbeing. Annals of King Edward Medical University, 29(2). https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v29i2.5506 (Original work published September 21, 2023)
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