Tablet-Aided BehavioraL intervention EffecT on Self-management skills (TABLETS) for Diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) show that behavioral lifestyle interventions are effective in improving diabetes management and that comprehensive risk factor management improves cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes. The role of technology has been gaining strong support as evidence builds of its potential to improve diabetes management; however, evaluation of its impact in minority populations is limited. This study intends to provide early evidence of a theory-driven intervention, Tablet-Aided BehavioraL intervention EffecT on Self-management skills (TABLETS), using real-time videoconferencing for education and skills training. We examine the potential for TABLETS to improve health risk behaviors and reduce CVD risk outcomes among a low-income African Ame

SUBMITTER: Lynch CP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4804482 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature