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Abstract
This study aims to identify the influence of family health climate on the motivators and barriers to health behaviors among high school female students. A descriptive correlational design was employed, involving a simple random sample of 390 high school female students from Al-Basra City. Data were collected using a questionnaire that included sociodemographic data, body mass index (BMI), the Family Health Climate Scale, and the Motivators and Barriers to Health Behaviors scale. The results showed that more than two-fifths of the participants were aged 17-18 years (42.8%). A significant inverse correlation was found between age and healthy breakfast barriers, while a significant positive correlation was observed between the value placed on health and healthy breakfast motivators. Additionally, significant positive correlations were found between family cohesion and motivators for healthy foods and snacks, healthy drinks, physical activity, and overall health-smart behaviors. These findings indicate that greater family cohesion enhances motivators for consuming healthy foods and drinks, practicing physical activity, and adopting healthier behaviors.