Hansen, Akoto-Baako https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1430-9344
Heeralal, Jotham Prem https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5262-438X
Ndwandwe, Dennis Ntokozo https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7149-2397
Article History
Received: 3 May 2025
Accepted: 25 November 2025
First Online: 23 January 2026
Declarations
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: The study was conducted in accordance with ethical standards and all procedures followed in the study complied with the principles outlined in the “Declaration of Helsinki”. This study received approval from the “Institutional Review Board (IRB)” of the “University of Cape Coast”.
: The research involved no manipulation or intervention with participants. All data were collected anonymously via self-administered questionnaires. Participants were informed of the voluntary nature of their involvement, with full assurance of confidentiality and the right to withdraw at any time without consequence. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants prior to their participation. They were informed that participation was voluntary and could be withdrawn at any time without penalty.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.