Hoseininezhad, Nahid https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8211-3612
Nooripour, Roghieh https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5677-0894
Hosseinian, Simin https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1852-3953
Abdollahi, Abbas https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8346-5043
Article History
Received: 17 November 2024
Accepted: 19 May 2025
First Online: 27 May 2025
Declarations
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: The study adhered to the ethical standards outlined by the National Research Committee, the Helsinki Declaration of 1964, and its subsequent revisions. All study procedures were approved by Alzahra University Ethics Committee (IR/12/01/1402), with additional review and approval by the Counseling Department. A written informed consent document was provided to all participants, detailing the study’s purpose, procedures, potential risks, and benefits. This document confirmed their voluntary participation, understanding of their rights, and the ability to withdraw at any time without penalty. Data were anonymously collected and securely stored in password-protected electronic files to ensure confidentiality. Throughout the study, ethical guidelines were strictly followed, prioritizing participant well-being, rights, and cultural sensitivity.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.