The internal realities of individuals with type 2 diabetes  - a functional framework of self-management practices via Grounded Theory approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An upward trend is observed in the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes (T2D) in South-East Asian and Western Pacific regions. These patterns incur a costly health burden to developing nations around the world. A clear understanding of the mechanics behind self-management practices of T2D patients might help overcome this impasse. This information can help unlock specific problem areas that warrant specific intervention. We aim to uncover prevailing T2D self-management habits and its deviations from optimal behaviour.

Methods

We adopted a Grounded Theory approach to guide in-depth interviews (IDI) with T2D patients and healthcare providers (HCP) at a regional primary care clinic in Malaysia. Twenty-four T2D patients and 10 HCPs were recruited through purposive sampling t

SUBMITTER: Swarna Nantha Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6879143 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature