Design and Validation of an Educational Package to Promote Healthy Lifestyle Based on Iranian and Islamic Culture

Abstract

This study aimed to design and validate an educational package to promote a healthy lifestyle based on Iranian and Islamic culture for diabetic patients. This qualitative study used the thematic analysis method of Attride-Stirling (2001) to analyze the content of texts related to Iranian Islamic culture. The statistical population included scientific and research texts related to Iranian Islamic culture and healthy lifestyle from 2011 to 2023. Purposeful sampling was used to select the texts, and data were collected and analyzed through detailed study of the texts. The educational package's validity was assessed using inter-rater agreement, and the Content Validity Ratio (CVR) and Kappa coefficient were calculated. The data analysis identified key components of the educational package, including healthy nutrition, physical activity, stress management, medical care, religious teachings, family and social relationships, and psychological education. The inter-rater agreement for the package's objectives was 0.89, for session content was 0.92, for educational techniques was 0.88, and for time budgeting was 0.91. The Kappa coefficient was 0.86, indicating high agreement among raters. The developed educational package includes 10 sessions, each dedicated to one or more key components, comprising theoretical discussions and practical exercises. The results indicated that the educational package for promoting a healthy lifestyle based on Iranian and Islamic culture has suitable validity and reliability. It can help improve the quality of life and health of diabetic patients. Incorporating religious and cultural teachings in educational packages enhances patients' motivation and participation, leading to better treatment adherence and reduced psychological issues.