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February 5, 2026Scientific ReportsOpen Access

Self-care behaviors among Iranian adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease based on the health belief model and structural equation modeling

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PIPeyman IzadpanahMAMohammad AnsarizadehADAli Al Dahi

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Overview

Cross-sectional study examines factors influencing self-care in adults with NAFLD, suggesting intervention strategies.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore the psychological factors affecting self-care behaviors among Iranian adults with NAFLD.
  • Conducted a cross-sectional study with 513 NAFLD patients.
  • Utilized a questionnaire to gather demographic data and assess HBM constructs.
  • Applied Structural Equation Modeling to analyze correlations.
  • Evaluated model fit metrics, including CFI, TLI, RMSEA, and SRMR.
  • Self-care behaviors correlated significantly with HBM constructs.
  • Strong positive associations were found with perceived susceptibility and self-efficacy.
  • Perceived barriers were negatively associated with self-care behaviors.
  • Demographic factors showed smaller correlations with self-care practices.

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Izadpanah et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69843422f1d9ada3c1fb1df6https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-37661-1
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