The Effect of the Instructional Program of Health-related Behaviour on Socio-demographic Variables for Patients with Chronic Diseases
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https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2025.v17isupp1.005Abstract
Background: The current study, a continuation of a previous study, explores the relationship between sociodemographic factors and health behaviours among chronic disease patients in Diwaniyah City, Iraq. Objective: To evaluate the effect of the instructional program of health-related behaviour on socio-demographic variables for patients with chronic diseases. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted on 222 chronic disease patients using a structured questionnaire. Data analysis included descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings revealed significant associations between sociodemographic variables and health behaviours. Education level and income were positively correlated with healthier behaviours, while age and gender influenced specific health behaviours. Conclusion: The present study emphasises the need for targeted health promotion programs that consider sociodemographic variables to improve health outcomes among chronic disease patients.
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Chronic Disease, Health Behaviors, Sociodemographic VariablesDownloads
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