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Predicting Women’S General Health, Self-Concept and Social Phobia Based on Their Spouses’ Characteristics



Mirshamshiri M1 ; Kianmehr MR2
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Source: Journal of Isfahan Medical School Published:2015

Abstract

Background: The purpose of this study was predicting women’s general health, self-concept and social phobia based on their spouses’ characteristics. Methods: 220 subjects (110 married women and their spouses) from Zarrin Shahr, Isfahan Province, Iran were randomly selected. They answered General Health (GHQ), Beck Self-Concept (BSCT) and Social Phobia (SPIN) questionnaires. On the basis of the descriptive research design, correlation and predicting type, Pearson correlation and regression statistical methods were used. Findings: The degrees of women’s general health, self-concept and social phobia were good predictors for these characters in their spouses. Conclusion: These results indicate that in curative programs for improving married couples’ general health, self-concept and social phobia, we have to consider them coincidentally. © 2015, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences(IUMS). All rights reserved.