Feasibility and acceptability of an online guided self-determination program to improve diabetes self-management in young adults.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an online guided self-determination (GSD) program to improve diabetes self-management skills among young adults with type 1 diabetes (YAD).

Methods

An online program comprising seven structured interactive conversations was designed. A pre- and post- interventional study used a sequential, two-phase multiple method design. Phase one comprised a training program for diabetes educators (DEs). In Phase two YAD participated in program and completed pre- and post-surveys assessing motivation to self-manage, perceived competence in diabetes and communication with DEs. Both YAD and DEs provided a program evaluation.

Results

The online GSD program was acceptable, feasible and effective in improving autonomous motivation

SUBMITTER: Rasmussen B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10068990 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature