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Article History

Received: 23 May 2024

Accepted: 16 December 2024

First Online: 19 December 2024

Declarations

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: The Ethical Committee has approved the research conducted by Ardabil University of Medical Sciences under the ethical code IR.ARUMS.REC.1402.030. To ensure that ethical standards were met, we informed all students about the purpose of the study. Only those who voluntarily agreed to participate were given anonymous questionnaires, and we collected data through these questionnaires. We ensured the privacy of the participants during the questionnaire administration process. Additionally, we requested that students who met the inclusion criteria provide their written consent. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants and their legal guardians, and we guaranteed their confidentiality. We also told participants that they could withdraw from the study anytime.

: Not Applicable.

: The authors declare no competing interests.