Understanding Knowledge and Attitudes Towards MAFLD in Young Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Al Tawil Samah, Abdelkhalik Mohamad, El Fouani Adam, Allakiss Nour, Mattar Lama, Faour Wissam H., Chatila Rajaa
Primary Institution: Lebanese American University
Hypothesis
The study hypothesized that a standard validation might demonstrate the validity and reliability of newly designed questionnaires to assess knowledge and attitudes of young adults regarding MAFLD.
Conclusion
The study successfully developed and validated two questionnaires to assess knowledge and attitudes towards MAFLD in young adults.
Supporting Evidence
- The study validated two questionnaires for assessing knowledge and attitudes towards MAFLD.
- 406 university students participated in the study.
- Significant differences in attitudes were found based on knowledge levels.
Takeaway
Researchers created two questionnaires to help understand what young adults know and think about a liver disease called MAFLD, which is becoming more common.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study was conducted using a snowball sampling method among university students, with questionnaires assessing knowledge and attitudes towards MAFLD.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may introduce recall and social desirability biases.
Limitations
The study's sample may not represent the general population due to snowball sampling and was limited to university students from five districts in Lebanon.
Participant Demographics
Participants were university students aged 18-24 years, with a gender distribution of 50.7% males and 49.3% females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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