Mental health and diabetes self-management: assessing stakeholder perspectives from health centers in Northern Mexico.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People living with diabetes have an increased risk of developing mental health issues. Mexico has observed a high prevalence of people living with diabetes suffering from mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression. Self-management programs have demonstrated promise in helping participants address and prevent not only physiological health complications but mental health issues as well. This qualitative study aimed to understand the mental health benefits of a diabetes self-management intervention for health centers in Northern Mexico and opportunities for improvement through assessing stakeholder perspectives.

Methods

Trained research staff used a semi-structured questionnaire guide to conduct all interviews and focus groups from February-May 2018. Indivi

SUBMITTER: Aceves B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7905926 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature