Psychosocial factors and patient experience associated with diabetes treatment discontinuation: a cross-sectional study in Japan.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The prevention of treatment discontinuation is crucial in mitigating the adverse consequences of diabetes. This study aimed to identify the psychosocial factors and patient experiences associated with the discontinuation of diabetes treatment.

Design

A cross-sectional study was conducted.

Setting

A nationwide online survey with convenience sampling.

Participants

Participants, aged 40-79 years, who reported living with diabetes, were included.

Primary and secondary outcome measures

Treatment continuation status was the outcome variable. Participants who previously received regular treatment but were not currently under medical care were classified as the treatment discontinuation group. Psychological factors (mood and anxiety disorders, self-es

SUBMITTER: Kuwabara Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12506198 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature