Objectives To conduct a model-driven meta-analysis of correlational research on psychological and motivational predictors of diabetes outcomes, with adherence factors as mediators. Methods A comprehensive literature search of published and unpublished studies located a sample of 775 individual correlational or predictive studies reported across 739 research reports. Results Results varied according to the outcome variable included in the regression models. Depression had a larger negative effect on adherence to physical activity than on dietary adherence. Coping and self-efficacy were strongly related to dietary adherence, which was strongly related to improved glycemic control. Medication adherence was related to glycosylated hemoglobin, whereas medications and self-monitoring were related to fasting blood glucose. Adding appointment keeping to the models did not significantly alter the results. Conclusion Self-efficacy was the most consistent predictor of all adherence behaviors and dietary adherence was the most significant predictor of HbA1c. Physical activity was the most predictive factor of BMI and glucose self-monitoring the most predictive of FBG. Practice implications Metabolic control is a primary goal in T2DM, so the best pathway to attaining that goal appears to be an emphasis on self-efficacy and dietary adherence.
Depression was associated with lower adherence to diabetes self-care, as evidenced primarily by descriptive studies; results of intervention studies were conflicting. Future research should focus on the effects of treating depression on diabetes health outcomes.
Purpose The purpose of this study is 2-fold: (1) to explore how people with diabetes view diabetes-related cognitive problems and (2) to examine participants' ideas on a cognitive rehabilitation intervention to adapt it for persons diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Methods A qualitative descriptive study based on narrative interviews was conducted with adults (n = 10) with T2DM. The interview data were analyzed using content analysis. Results The interviews reflected 4 major themes: search for advice regarding cognitive complaints, cognitive symptoms, impact of perceived cognitive dysfunction on diabetes self-management, and maintenance of cognitive health. Specific areas of interest for an intervention included the following: understanding how cognitive function relates to diabetes, dealing with cognitive barriers to self-management, and learning how to incorporate a "brain healthy" lifestyle into daily activities. Conclusions Findings showed that perceived cognitive impairment impacted self-management and suggested that cognitive rehabilitation interventions have potential utility for people with T2DM. Existing successful interventions can be tailored to meet the needs of those whose diabetes self-management is impacted by cognitive problems.
Targets: Diabetes increases the risk for cognitive impairment and doubles the rate of cognitive decline after diagnosis. In turn, cognitive dysfunction makes diabetes self-management more difficult. Nurses who help manage these conditions are focused on identifying patients who are at risk of complications, promoting symptom management, and preventing further decline. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to develop and pilot test a nurse-led comprehensive cognitive training intervention for persons with type 2 diabetes. InterventionDescription: The 8-week intervention combined in-person classes and online computer training. Development included (1) adaptation of established, tested interventions;(2) interviews with stakeholders; (3) integration of course content; and (4) pilot testing of the intervention in a one-group, pre-test/post-test design (n=19). Mechanisms of Action:We expected that participants who completed the intervention would show improved cognitive function, which would result in improved self-management adherence followed by better glycemic control.Outcomes: Post-intervention scores improved in all areas; improvements were statistically significant for diet adherence (t(18) = −2.41, p <0.05), memory ability (t(18) = 5.54, p <0.01), and executive function (t(18) = 3.11, p <0.01). Fifty-eight percent of participants stated the intervention helped their diabetes self-management and 74% said they wanted to continue using cognitive strategies learned in the intervention.
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