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“Don’t Just Say, ‘You Got Type 2 Diabetes’ and Then Tell Me Nothing Else”: Exploring Self-Management Challenges and Information Needs Among Low-Income Adults With Type 2 Diabetes

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This qualitative study explored the self-management behaviors, challenges, motivations, and information needs of low-income people with type 2 diabetes. Four themes emerged: 1) low-income adults are navigating behavioral modification amid challenges; 2) low-income adults need comprehensive and personalized education for proficient self-management; 3) digital health tools are desirable; and 4) fear, support, and health aspirations drive self-management engagement. The findings of this study underscore the need for improved clinician awareness of evidence-based diabetes education and support programs and for innovative approaches to bridge the gap between low-income patients’ educational needs and their access to such services.

Source: Clinical Diabetes

DOI: 10.2337/cd25-0069

Authors: Eyitayo O. Owolabi, Michelle D.S. Boakye, Advait Rajan, Anthony I. Ajayi, Gabriel Q. Shaibi

Institutions: Arizona State University, University of Massachusetts Boston, African Population and Health Research Center

Language: English

Topic: Diabetes Management and Education

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities