Psychometric properties and network analysis of the Chinese version of the uncertainty about disease and treatment scale for patients undergoing hemodialysis

The Chinese version of UC-D&TS exhibits strong reliability and validity in hemodialysis patients. Network analysis reveals meaningful relationships among key psychological constructs, facilitating identification of core areas of patient distress. This scale serves as an effective tool for assessing uncertainty perceptions, offering valuable guidance for clinical psychological support and personalized interventions.

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Frontiers in Psychology
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2026-01-05
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1688355
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Mental Health Research Topics
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Psychometric properties and network analysis of the Chinese version of the uncertainty about disease and treatment scale for patients undergoing hemodialysis

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Mental Health Research Topics
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Psychometric properties and network analysis of the Chinese version of the uncertainty about disease and treatment scale for patients undergoing hemodialysis

Y. Wang, Jing Chu, Tianci Tong, Xinyue Gao, Jing Wu
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Abstract

The Chinese version of UC-D&TS exhibits strong reliability and validity in hemodialysis patients. Network analysis reveals meaningful relationships among key psychological constructs, facilitating identification of core areas of patient distress. This scale serves as an effective tool for assessing uncertainty perceptions, offering valuable guidance for clinical psychological support and personalized interventions.

Frontiers in PsychologyVol. 16
Second Military Medical University (CN)
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Mental Health Research Topics
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