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Self-Efficacy in Adopting Health-Promoting Behaviors and Metabolic Health Outcomes: A Comparative Analysis Across Adults Populations Publisher



Amiri P ; Cheraghloo N ; Nabavizadeh S A ; Safari F ; Yari Boroujeni R ; Mataji Amirroud M ; Izadi N ; Azizi F ; Niknam M
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Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders Published:2026


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Background and Aims: This study aimed to examine the association between self-efficacy in adopting health-promoting behaviors with metabolic syndrome (MetS) and its components in adults men and women. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted using the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study data, including 5,947 adults (54.3% females) aged ≥ 20 years. MetS was defined based on the Joint Interim Statement (JIS) criteria. Self-efficacy was assessed using the validated Persian Self-Rated Abilities for Health Practices (SRAHP) scale that evaluated four subscales: exercise, nutrition, responsible health practices, and psychological well-being. Logistic and linear regression were used to analyze the data. Results: The MetS prevalence was significantly higher in men than in women (37.21% vs. 25.43%, p < 0.001). After adjusting for potential confounders, the association between self-efficacy and MetS remained significant only in men. Specifically, a higher perception of exercise self-efficacy was associated with decreased odds of MetS (OR = 0.98, CI: 0.96, 0.99, p = 0.018), whereas higher psychological well-being self-efficacy was associated with increased odds of MetS (OR = 1.02, CI: 1.00, 1.04, p = 0.027). A greater exercise self-efficacy was inversely associated with waist circumference and lipid-related profiles in both sexes. However, associations between other SRAHP subscales and MetS components differed between men and women. Conclusions: Self-efficacy was more strongly associated with MetS in men. Enhancing self-efficacy, particularly for exercise, may benefit the management of metabolic health, though approaches may need to be tailored between men and women. Given the cross-sectional design, these findings are exploratory and require longitudinal confirmation. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2026.
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