Analysis of the results of a sociological study by the method of a semi-formalized expert interview on the problem of motivating people for healthy lifestyle

Abstract

Aim to study the expert opinion of Chief Physicians of city polyclinics on the issue of motivation to healthy lifestyle, in order to find the most effective methods for managing health risk factors. Material and methods.Using a guide developed according to the method of M. Castillo-Montoya (2016), an anonymous semi-formalized interviews were conducted with experts heads of medical organizations that include an adult polyclinic. The expert criterion was 7 years and more of management experience. Results.The main motives for lifestyle changes were the fear of disability, impotency (men), an inability to lead a normal lifestyle (71.4% of respondents). We observed the need to involve nurses and non-medical personnel in the activities on patients motivation for healthy lifestyle to help doctors (75% of cases). All respondents rated the low efficiency of health centers for people who have no developed diseases or relatively healthy people.