Title of Research
Start Date
22-3-2019 10:00 AM
End Date
22-3-2019 11:30 AM
Abstract
Abstract
Background: Vaccine hesitancy is rapidly increasing among parents of children under 12 causing a delay or refusal to vaccinate. This hesitancy stems from a negative bias among parents regarding the safety and necessity of vaccination due to misinformation or presence of conflicting information. Research suggests the source parents receive information contributes to their decision to, or not to vaccinate. The importance of obtaining credible sources of information were discussed throughout this study.
Objectives: The purpose of the integrative literature review is to explore where and how parents receive information on vaccinations and does the source and credibility of information impact vaccine adherence.
Methods: For this integrative literature review, a data matrix will be utilized to organize relevant data.
Results: Reasons for hesitancy include, misinformation received from social media and other non-credible sources about vaccines risks and side effects, and healthcare provider skepticism.The media thrives on controversy, and contributes to widespread illegitimate claims that surround vaccines, and legitimizes this misinformation by attaching celebrities. Use of social media (Facebook and Instagram) and the internet as a credible source of information, poses a major problem as vaccine hesitant parents, discredit recommendations provided by their primary care provider. Regardless of parental view on vaccines, parents are constantly researching and seeking current information on vaccines. Several educational interventions were researched to increase parental awareness.
Conclusion: The outcome of this integrative literature review is to present a clear and concise understanding of sources of information parents utilize to educate themselves on vaccinations for their children, and what relationship exists between the sources utilized and their decision to vaccinate.
Keywords: immunizations, vaccines, parental, hesitancy, adherence, education, social media, influence, credible sources, non-credible sources.
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Effects of Social Media on Vaccine Hesitancy
Abstract
Background: Vaccine hesitancy is rapidly increasing among parents of children under 12 causing a delay or refusal to vaccinate. This hesitancy stems from a negative bias among parents regarding the safety and necessity of vaccination due to misinformation or presence of conflicting information. Research suggests the source parents receive information contributes to their decision to, or not to vaccinate. The importance of obtaining credible sources of information were discussed throughout this study.
Objectives: The purpose of the integrative literature review is to explore where and how parents receive information on vaccinations and does the source and credibility of information impact vaccine adherence.
Methods: For this integrative literature review, a data matrix will be utilized to organize relevant data.
Results: Reasons for hesitancy include, misinformation received from social media and other non-credible sources about vaccines risks and side effects, and healthcare provider skepticism.The media thrives on controversy, and contributes to widespread illegitimate claims that surround vaccines, and legitimizes this misinformation by attaching celebrities. Use of social media (Facebook and Instagram) and the internet as a credible source of information, poses a major problem as vaccine hesitant parents, discredit recommendations provided by their primary care provider. Regardless of parental view on vaccines, parents are constantly researching and seeking current information on vaccines. Several educational interventions were researched to increase parental awareness.
Conclusion: The outcome of this integrative literature review is to present a clear and concise understanding of sources of information parents utilize to educate themselves on vaccinations for their children, and what relationship exists between the sources utilized and their decision to vaccinate.
Keywords: immunizations, vaccines, parental, hesitancy, adherence, education, social media, influence, credible sources, non-credible sources.