Preconception Health Behavioral Patterns and Predictors in Chinese Reproductive-Aged Men: A Latent Profile Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Preconception health behaviors significantly influence pregnancy outcomes, yet patterns of these behaviors and their determinants have received limited attention, particularly among men. Understanding behavioral profiles is essential for developing targeted interventions to improve paternal reproductive health. We conducted a cross-sectional study examining over 20 guideline-recommended preconception health behaviors among 952 Chinese men. Latent profile analysis was utilized to identify different behavioral profiles. Multinomial logistic regressions assessed associations of profile membership with sociodemographic and medical history characteristics. Four distinct preconception health behavioral profiles were identified: a "Moderate" profile (44.0%) with scores near or slightly above the

SUBMITTER: Sun R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12745564 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature