OBJECTIVE: Skin cancer incidence continues to rise as a tanned appearance remains desirable, particularly among young women. Fake tanning provides a tanned appearance without exposure to ultraviolet radiation. In order to advance our understanding of the factors that contribute to long-term behavior change, this study explores determinants associated with different types of tanning. PARTICIPANTS: The sample included 162 female students from the University of Adelaide, Australia, aged 18-26 years. Data were collected in July 2010. METHODS: The current study measured differences in skin type, skin cancer knowledge, unrealistic optimism, appearance motivation, and sun-protective and sun exposure behaviors amongst outdoor tanners, fake tanners, and tan avoiders through an online survey. RESULTS: Differences were observed for skin type, skin cancer knowledge, unrealistic optimism, sun protection, and sun exposure. CONCLUSIONS: A "one-size-fits-all" approach to skin cancer prevention may not be appropriate; type of tanning behavior may need to be considered in health promotion work.
OBJECTIVE:Skin cancer incidence continues to rise as a tanned appearance remains desirable, particularly among young women. Fake tanning provides a tanned appearance without exposure to ultraviolet radiation. In order to advance our understanding of the factors that contribute to long-term behavior change, this study explores determinants associated with different types of tanning. PARTICIPANTS: The sample included 162 female students from the University of Adelaide, Australia, aged 18-26 years. Data were collected in July 2010. METHODS: The current study measured differences in skin type, skin cancer knowledge, unrealistic optimism, appearance motivation, and sun-protective and sun exposure behaviors amongst outdoor tanners, fake tanners, and tan avoiders through an online survey. RESULTS: Differences were observed for skin type, skin cancer knowledge, unrealistic optimism, sun protection, and sun exposure. CONCLUSIONS: A "one-size-fits-all" approach to skin cancer prevention may not be appropriate; type of tanning behavior may need to be considered in health promotion work.
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