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  • Inadequate adherence to long-term therapies compromises treatment success and patient health.
  • Therapeutic adherence is complex, influenced by psychological patient characteristics.
  • Existing medication adherence models increasingly incorporate psychological factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on therapeutic adherence.
  • To summarize adherence models, focusing on psychological characteristics.
  • To examine research linking personality traits to adherence.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on adherence models and personality.
  • Synthesis of research findings on personality and therapeutic adherence.
  • Analysis of implications for future research.

Main Results:

  • Personality traits are identified as significant risk and protective factors in therapeutic adherence.
  • Various psychological models of adherence have been developed.
  • Research indicates a relationship between specific personality models and adherence to treatment recommendations.

Conclusions:

  • Psychological characteristics, particularly personality traits, play a vital role in patient adherence.
  • Further research is needed to refine adherence models and personalize interventions based on personality.
  • Integrating personality insights can enhance therapeutic strategies and improve patient outcomes.