Pascale Salameh

Dados Biográficos

ID116885
NOMEPascale Salameh
PRENOMESPascale
SOBRENOMESalameh
ASSINATURASALAMEH P
AFILIAÇÕESLebanese University
ORCID0000-0002-4780-0772
VERIFICADOSim
TOTAL DE OBRAS64
TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES0
TOTAL COMO AUTOR64
TOTAL COMO EDITOR0
PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO2006
ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO2026
ÍNDICE H0

  • Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Arabic conformity scale

    Open AccessAline Hajj, Chadia Haddad et al.ARTICLECurrent Psychology2026

  • Assessment of the knowledge, attitude, and future practices toward the concept of premarital screening among unmarried Lebanese adults

    Open AccessOmar Al Jassem, Karim Kheir et al.ARTICLEPLOS Global Public Health2026

    Premarital screening (PMS) is an intervention designed to reduce the burden of genetic and sexually transmitted diseases. Understanding individuals’ knowledge, attitudes and future practices (KAP) toward PMS is essential for promoting informed decision-making in marriage planning. This study aims to assess the KAP of unmarried Lebanese individuals toward PMS and to identify the factors associated with these constructs. A cross-sectional web-based…

  • Prevalence and antibiotic susceptibility patterns of bacteria causing surgical site infections in a tertiary care centers in Lebanon

    Open AccessInass Kawtharani, Ghassan Ghssein et al.ARTICLEPLOS Global Public Health2026

    Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) are a significant global health concern, especially after noticing the development of bacteria that are also resistant to several antibiotics. In Lebanon, data on SSIs and their associated antimicrobial resistance patterns are scarce, highlighting a critical gap in local epidemiological knowledge. This study aimed to determine the distribution of bacterial pathogens and evaluate their antibiotic susceptibility amon…

  • Knowledge and Attitudes of Pediatricians and Pediatric Residents Towards Postpartum Depression Screening of Women in Lebanon

    Open AccessDina Al Haj, Ramy Touma Sawaya et al.ARTICLEMaternal and Child Health Journal2026

  • Lack of association between food insecurity, eating disorders, and orthorexia nervosa

    Open AccessHala Sacre, Chadia Haddad et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2025

    Objectives: To investigate the association between food insecurity (FI), eating disorders (EDs), and orthorexia nervosa (ON) among Lebanese university students. Methods: This cross-sectional study, conducted between 2021 and 2022, enrolled 197 students, from various majors, via snowball sampling. Data were collected on Google Forms via social media platforms. Results: Most participants (59.4%) declared being food-insecure, without financial suppo…

  • From knowledge to attitude

    Open AccessRiwa Kfoury, Pascale Salameh et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2025

    Background The misuse of psychoactive substances among university students has emerged as a pressing public health issue, particularly in Lebanon, where research on this phenomenon is limited. This study aimed to develop and validate scales that assess knowledge and attitudes toward Psychoactive Substance Consumption (PSC), evaluate their psychometric properties, identify factors associated with these scores, and explore the relationship between …

  • The triangulation of multimorbidity

    Open AccessChadia Haddad, Hala Sacre et al.ARTICLEPLOS Global Public Health2025

    Despite the growing evidence of the interconnectedness of hypertension, sleep disorders, and mental health, the exact nature of the relationships and the potential for combined or synergistic effects remain unclear. Potential mechanisms include environmental factors, family stressors, financial difficulties, treatment side effects and shared pathophysiological comorbidities. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to address this gap by assessing…

  • Patient perspectives on physician competence

    Open AccessAhmad A El Lakis, Ahmad El Issawi et al.ARTICLEPLOS Global Public Health2025

    Competency frameworks such as CanMEDS anchor medical training and accountability, yet most validations privilege educators and seldom test whether patients recognize and prioritize the same architecture. We conducted a cross-sectional online survey (February–June 2025) of Lebanese adults (N = 403) to validate, from the patient perspective, the seven CanMEDS roles and to examine sociodemographic moderators of endorsement and rank priorities. A 103…

  • Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Health Literacy, Perception of Health Status, and Access to Healthcare Among Heart Transplant Patients of the National Institutes of Health All of Us Research Program

    Open AccessSoltan Al Chaar, Salim Yakdan et al.ARTICLEJournal of Racial and Ethnic…2025

  • Effect of severity of acne on the mental health of Lebanese patients with acne

    Open AccessTia El Kazzi, Mayssam Shahine et al.ARTICLEBMC Psychology2025

    This study has confirmed that acne severity has a negative impact on the mental health of Lebanese patients. Therefore, this interaction between the mind and the skin should be addressed by focusing on the psychosocial context of skin diseases, especially acne

  • Quality of life and access to treatment for patients with multiple sclerosis during economic crisis

    Open AccessMaya Zeineddine, Ghida Ismail et al.ARTICLEQuality of Life Research2025

  • Evaluating the influence of a 3-min online video on the community knowledge of stroke in four Arab countries

    Open AccessKatia Iskandar, Deema Rahme et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2024

    Introduction Studies from developed and developing countries showed that the knowledge levels of stroke need improvement. Educational campaigns varied and were of limited influence predominantly because of their short duration and the need for financial support. The study aims to test the impact of a 3-min online video on the knowledge of stroke and factors influencing the knowledge score in four Arab countries. Methods A cross-sectional web-base…

  • Moderating effect of work fatigue on the association between resilience and posttraumatic stress symptoms

    Open AccessSoraia Youne, Samar Younes et al.ARTICLEBioPsychoSocial Medicine2024

    INTRODUCTION: In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists, despite their vital contributions, have faced significant challenges that have impacted their mental well-being, potentially leading to the development of Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms (PTSS). The aim of this study was to investigate the role of work-related fatigue as a potential moderator in the relationship between pharmacists' resilience and their likelihood of experiencing …

  • The Effects of Green Spaces and Noise Exposure on the Risk of Ischemic Stroke

    Open AccessJad El Masri, Hani Finge et al.ARTICLEInternational Journal of…2024

    Environmental surroundings and noise exposure were found to affect the risk of ischemic stroke. Greater green spaces and lower noise exposure play a protective role against ischemic stroke, suggesting a possible prevention strategy through environmental modifications at home and workplaces

  • Parkinson’s disease in the Lebanese population

    Open AccessSoula Abramian, Samah Tawil et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2024

    This study showed low levels of knowledge and an overall positive attitude towards PD in Lebanon. Factors associated with higher knowledge and attitude scores, including gender, education level, profession, knowing someone with the disease, household crowding index, social class, source of information and contents of such sources, reflect the need to consider those when implementing targeted corrective actions. Future studies can focus on educati…

  • Food insecurity and lifestyle behaviours in university students amidst the Covid-19 pandemic

    Open AccessMaria M Witkowiak, Adama Nana Idris et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2024

    This study suggests that FI impacts university students in countries of varying income levels, and the country of residence independently influences lifestyle behaviours. Larger-size studies are essential to confirm these findings and further explore FI's impact on university students outside the context of the pandemic

  • Physical activity and odds of coronary heart disease among Lebanese women

    Open AccessFatima Ghaddar, Rouba Karen Zeidan et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2024

    The current study highlights the importance of combating sedentary behaviors and engaging in regular, easily accessible PA to reduce the odds of coronary disease among aging women. Therefore, better information regarding the benefits of physical activities such as transportation-related activities or gardening would be helpful in enhancing the prevention of CHD in aging women

  • The impact of financial stress on student wellbeing in Lebanese higher education

    Open AccessRamona Nasr, Abir Abdel Rahman et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2024

    A significant impact of financial stress on college students in Lebanon was obtained, affecting their well-being and mental health aspects. Marital status, gender, academic major, region of living, and financial independence also influences students' experiences. Tailored support and further research are needed to address these multifaceted challenges

  • Assessing the efficacy of an educational video on stroke knowledge in Lebanon

    Open AccessJihan Safwan, Katia Iskandar et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2024

    This study demonstrated the effectiveness of a video-based educational tool to raise awareness about stroke. Short, targeted audio-visual resources using lay language can convey health education messages and influence behavioral changes. The community can benefit from a large-scale educational campaign that targets different socio-economic statuses to enhance knowledge of stroke and save lives

  • Gender differences in mental health outcomes amid the Covid-19 pandemic and a collapsing economy

    Open AccessAline Hajj, Carla Abou Selwan et al.ARTICLEInternational Journal of…2024

    Response plans to control the transmission of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) overlooked the repercussions of the combined economic and public health crisis among the most vulnerable populations, including women and people who have experienced abuse. This paper primarily aimed to assess the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and economy-related variables on Lebanese adults’ mental …

  • Healthcare bias and health inequalities towards displaced Syrians in Lebanon

    Open AccessRiwa Khalifeh, William D’Hoore et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2023

    Introduction: According to Lebanese official data, Lebanon hosts over 1.5 million displaced Syrians (DS). Research shows that migrants encounter barriers when accessing healthcare. The social determinants of health (SDOH) related to migration are an additional challenge for DS in Lebanon, though bias plays a significant factor in exacerbating health inequalities. This study aims to identify DS perception of healthcare biases in the Lebanese healt…

  • Assessment of medication adherence among Lebanese adult patients with non-communicable diseases during Covid-19 lockdown

    Open AccessDiana Malaeb, Hala Sacre et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Public Health2023

    Background Medical treatment is considered a cornerstone in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) management, lack of adherence remains the main challenge that may compromise optimal therapeutic outcome achievement. Purpose This study aimed to evaluate treatment adherence levels and associated factors among Lebanese adult patients with non-communicable diseases. Materials and methods A cross-sectional survey conducted during the COVID-19 lockdown impo…

  • Phubbing among Lebanese young adults

    Open AccessZeinab Bitar, Marwan Akel et al.ARTICLECurrent Psychology2023

  • Depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress, and the way of coping emotions as risk factors for ischemic stroke and their influence on stroke severity

    Open AccessElise Maalouf, Souheil Hallit et al.ARTICLEFrontiers in Psychiatry2023

    Despite several limitations, the findings of our study suggest that people who are depressed or stressed are more likely to have an ischemic stroke. Consequently, additional research into the causes and effects of depression and perceived stress may provide new directions for preventive strategies that can help reduce the risk of stroke. Since pre-stroke depression and perceived stress were also found to be strongly correlated with stroke severit…

  • Development and validation of the Socioeconomic Status Composite Scale (SES-C)

    Open AccessHala Sacre, Chadia Haddad et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2023

    The study successfully developed and validated a composite scale (SES-C) for measuring the socioeconomic status in Lebanon, taking into account the complexities of the Lebanese context. The scale was found to be reliable and valid, and its results showed significant correlations with various factors such as older age, lower risk of chronic disease, and easy access to healthcare