Psychological predictors of CPAP therapy adherence in obstructive sleep apnea patients: insights from the predisposing, precipitating, and perpetuating factors model.

ABSTRACT: Continuous positive airway pressure is the standard treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a condition marked by recurrent interruptions in breathing during sleep that impairs quality of life. Despite its efficacy, adherence to continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) remains suboptimal and is influenced by various psychological and contextual factors. This scoping review adopts the 3P model-predisposing, precipitating, and perpetuating factors-to identify key motivators and barriers impacting CPAP adherence in OSA patients. A systematic search of PubMed, PsycINFO, and Scopus identified 43 relevant studies. Inclusion criteria focused on peer-reviewed, full-text articles investigating psychological aspects influencing CPAP adherence in adults with OSA. Paediatric populations, non-Engl

SUBMITTER: Poletti V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12688061 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul-Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature