The grounded psychometric development and initial validation of the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ)

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Authors

Richard H. Osborne · Deakin University

Roy Batterham · Deakin University

Gerald R. Elsworth · Deakin University

Mélanie Hawkins · Deakin University

Rachelle Buchbinder · Cabrini Hospital

Abstract

The HLQ covers 9 conceptually distinct areas of health literacy to assess the needs and challenges of a wide range of people and organisations. Given the validity-driven approach, the HLQ is likely to be useful in surveys, intervention evaluation, and studies of the needs and capabilities of individuals.

Topics & Keywords

Health Literacy and Information Accessibility Health Education and Validation Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Public Health

Volume 13, Issue 1, pp. 658-658

DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-13-658

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