Internet Use and Needs of Women with Type 1 Diabetes During Childbearing
Author Information
Author(s): Carina Sparud-Lundin, Agneta Ranerup, Marie Berg
Primary Institution: Institute of Health and Care Sciences, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
Hypothesis
What are the internet use patterns, needs, and expectations regarding web-based information and communication in childbearing women with type 1 diabetes?
Conclusion
The study highlights the specific web-based needs of women with type 1 diabetes during childbearing, indicating areas for effective online support development.
Supporting Evidence
- 22% of women never used the internet for pregnancy-related information.
- 45% of women expressed specific expectations for web-based support.
- Women with higher educational levels had greater needs for web-based support.
Takeaway
Women with type 1 diabetes want more online support during pregnancy and motherhood to help them manage their health and connect with others.
Methodology
Data were collected via a web-based survey with descriptive and analytical statistics.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to self-reported data and limited demographic diversity.
Limitations
The study lacked ethnic variation among participants as all had to be Swedish-speaking.
Participant Demographics
All participants were women with type 1 diabetes, living with a partner, with varying numbers of children and educational levels.
Statistical Information
P-Value
.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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