ArticleDiabetology & metabolic syndrome2024
Identification of challenges and leveraging mHealth technology, with need-based solutions to empower self-management in type 2 diabetes: a qualitative study.
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- User experiences and perceptions on the use of digital health technologies in the management of type 2 diabetes: an integrative systematic review.Frontiers in clinical diabetes and healthcare · 2026Pooled it
- Advancing foundational models in digital health technology adoption: A systematic literature review of multidisciplinary factors.PLOS digital health · 2026Article
- Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Metabolic Syndrome Management and Attitudes Toward Using Digital Health Tools in Two Distinct Populations: Protocol for a Qualitative Descriptive Study.JMIR research protocols · 2026Article
- Navigating Diabetes Management in the Digital Era: Scoping Review of Online Health Information-Seeking Behavior.Journal of medical Internet research · 2026Article
- Self-management of patients with type 2 diabetes in Chaoyang District, Beijing, and challenges in utilizing family and community resources: a mixed-methods study.BMC primary care · 2025Article
- Improving self-care, HbA1c control, and quality of life in type 2 diabetes: a self-regulation intervention based on the individual and family self-management theory.Frontiers in clinical diabetes and healthcare · 2025Article
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Abstract
introductionEffective diabetes management relies mainly on an individual's ability to perform self-care tasks. However, this process is influenced by a complex interplay of factors. This study explores the multifaceted influences on Diabetes Self-Management (DSM), examining both factors influencing and affecting DSM. Understanding these influences is crucial for developing targeted Digital Health Interventions that empower individuals with diabetes to achieve successful self-management.
objectivesTo identify problems faced by Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) individuals in self-managing diabetes and leveraging mHealth technology, with need-based solutions to Empower Self-Management in T2DM. METHODOLOGY: In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted among ten patients with T2DM visiting the outpatient department of a tertiary care hospital in coastal Karnataka. Additionally, six healthcare professionals (HCPs) working closely with T2DM patients were interviewed to understand their perspectives on using mHealth to manage T2DM effectively. The themes for the solutions described were analyzed using ATLAS-TI software.
resultsOur research examined certain factors that might have influenced effective diabetes self-management and investigated patient perspectives on using digital health solutions in diabetes self-management. This study found that technology skills, duration of diabetes, knowledge, and personal beliefs were all significant factors affecting self-management in participants with T2DM. Additionally, socioeconomic factors were also seen to influence effective diabetes self-management. The Google search engine was used by 50% of the participants interviewed to learn about T2DM. Diet management through Google searches was used by a minority (30%) of the patients. None of the participants had previously used any mobile health applications (mHealth apps) to manage T2DM. 20% of the participants expressed limited knowledge about using smartphones or wearables to track health parameters. The study also identified potential non-technological barriers to mHealth adoption. To address these concerns, researchers used an empathy map to develop solutions that promote mHealth use.
conclusionSeveral challenges and need-based mHealth solutions were identified to empower diabetes self-management education among T2DM patients. Implementing need-based mHealth solutions such as data tracking, personalized feedback, and access to educational resources can lead to better disease control and a higher quality of life for those with T2DM. Further research and development in mHealth interventions, and collaborative efforts among healthcare providers, patients, and technology developers, hold a promising future for the healthcare sector in providing efficient, effective, and accessible care.
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