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Remodeling Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis: What Individuals Need for Success

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: The diagnosis of type 2 diabetes initiates a new health-illness transition. However, little is known about the immediate support that people need to successfully cope with this diagnosis. This qualitative study explored the experiences and immediate support needed at the point of diagnosis among individuals with type 2 diabetes. The findings suggest the need for health care professionals to render immediate emotional support in the form of reassurance and partnership to manage the condition together. Pre- and post-counseling sessions can minimize the emotional and psychological strain associated with the new diagnosis. Individuals should be given information on available resources, as well as an immediate connection with a health care partner who can provide guidance and help with the transition.

Source: Clinical Diabetes

DOI: 10.2337/cd22-0075

Authors: Michelle D.S. Boakye, Sheridan Miyamoto, Deborah Greenwood, Kimberly Van Haitsma, Marie Boltz, Jennifer Kraschnewski

Institutions: Pennsylvania State University, The University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center

Language: English

Topic: Diabetes Management and Education

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: Pennsylvania State University