Delving into the Elements Impacting Treatment Acceptance among patients with Substance Use Disorder using Health Belief Model: a qualitative study

Abstract Background: Substance abuse has become a significant public health issue in Iraq, fueled by economic slowdown, and high unemployment rates. Treatment acceptance among Iraqi patients with substance use disorder remains poorly understood. Objectives: The study aimed to explore in-depth the factors influencing treatment acceptance among patients with substance use disorder (SUD). Methods: This qualitative study included face-to-face semi-structured interviews with patients having SUD relying on the Health Belief Model. Convenience sampling was employed to interview patients from the two