Abstract:IntroductionType 2 Diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic disease that requires long-term medical care and lifestyle change. Many patients find it challenging to implement required behaviour changes and consequently, do not achieve glycaemic control. It is essential to research social cognitive factors that impact self care in T2DM.AimsTo study the impact of barriers and illness perceptions on self care in T2DMObjectivesTo explore barriers to self care and illness perception and examine their relationship with … Show more
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