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This study investigated the perceived knowledge of the health implications of breast enlargement products among female students of the University of Benin. Four research questions guided the study. The descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study was 20,697 consisting of all the female students in the University of Benin. The sample size for the study was two hundred and ninety-seven (297) female students which was the sum of 5% of the selected
faculties for the study. The adopted a self-structed questionnaire as the instrument for this study which underwent the face and content validity by the research supervisor and two other experts in the department of Health, Safety and Environmental
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The findings revealed that societal beauty standards significantly shape female students’ interest in and awareness of breast enlargement products. Media advertisements, online discussions, and digital content were found to play a major
role in increasing students’ knowledge of these products. The study further showed that social comparison and attraction motives influence students’ curiosity and awareness, as many respondents often evaluate themselves against prevailing beauty
norms. Additionally, digital platforms and social media emerged as the primary sources of information accessed by students. The findings also indicated that students possess knowledge of potential health implications associated with breast
enlargement products. Specifically, many respondents recognized that such products may increase the risk of breast cancer, hormonal imbalance, and bacterial infections. Based on the conclusion it was recommended that they should be an increased health education program/activities such as peer led discussion that can be used to promote body positivity and discourages unhealthy beauty practices among female students.
faculties for the study. The adopted a self-structed questionnaire as the instrument for this study which underwent the face and content validity by the research supervisor and two other experts in the department of Health, Safety and Environmental
Education.
The findings revealed that societal beauty standards significantly shape female students’ interest in and awareness of breast enlargement products. Media advertisements, online discussions, and digital content were found to play a major
role in increasing students’ knowledge of these products. The study further showed that social comparison and attraction motives influence students’ curiosity and awareness, as many respondents often evaluate themselves against prevailing beauty
norms. Additionally, digital platforms and social media emerged as the primary sources of information accessed by students. The findings also indicated that students possess knowledge of potential health implications associated with breast
enlargement products. Specifically, many respondents recognized that such products may increase the risk of breast cancer, hormonal imbalance, and bacterial infections. Based on the conclusion it was recommended that they should be an increased health education program/activities such as peer led discussion that can be used to promote body positivity and discourages unhealthy beauty practices among female students.
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