Family-Based Intervention for Type 2 Diabetes
Author Information
Author(s): Keogh Karen M, White Patricia, Smith Susan M, McGilloway Sinead, O'Dowd Tom, Gibney James
Primary Institution: Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
Hypothesis
Can a family-based intervention improve illness perceptions and outcomes in patients with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes?
Conclusion
The study aims to test a psychological intervention that includes family members to improve diabetes management.
Supporting Evidence
- The intervention is based on the Self-Regulatory Model of Illness Behaviour.
- Family involvement in diabetes care can improve outcomes.
- Patients with poorly controlled diabetes often have different illness perceptions than those in good control.
Takeaway
This study is trying to help people with diabetes by involving their families in the treatment process.
Methodology
A randomized controlled trial involving patients with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and their family members, assessing the effectiveness of a psychological intervention.
Limitations
The study may face challenges in recruitment and participant retention.
Participant Demographics
Participants are adults over 18 years with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes and their family members.
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