Assessing psychological resilience and its influencing factors in the MSM population by machine learning
Abstract This study assesses the influence of social support, self-esteem, depression, and education on psychological resilience among men who have sex with men (MSM) to inform policy-making. Data were collected from 1,070 MSM via an online survey in Zhejiang and the other 17 provinces, China, cover...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-08551-9 |
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| Summary: | Abstract This study assesses the influence of social support, self-esteem, depression, and education on psychological resilience among men who have sex with men (MSM) to inform policy-making. Data were collected from 1,070 MSM via an online survey in Zhejiang and the other 17 provinces, China, covering demographics, HIV-status and psychological factors. Psychological resilience and its influencing factors were analyzed using the Chi-square Automatic Interaction Detector (CHAID) decision tree and multivariable ordinal logistic regression. Among respondents, depression prevalence was 28.9%, HIV prevalence was 3.4%, low social support was 12.9%, and low self-esteem was 34.5%. Analysis identified depression, social support, self-esteem, and education as key factors influencing psychological resilience. Depression, low social support, low self-esteem, and education were significantly associated with psychological resilience in the study sample population of MSM. Targeted interventions addressing these factors are essential to improve mental health and reduce HIV risk. |
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| ISSN: | 2045-2322 |