Self-Efficacy of Exercise in Older Adults with Diabetes: A Concept Analysis

Abstract

<jats:p>Introduction: Self-efficacy is defined as a person’s own judgment of their capabilities to perform a specific activity to attain a particular outcome. The concept of self-efficacy of exercise in older adults with diabetes may still be unclear, so it is essential to elucidate its meaning for better understanding in this concept. This paper aims to explore the meaning of self-efficacy with regard to exercise in older adults with diabetes.Methods: Using the Walker and Avant concept analysis, it discusses cases showing diabetic Thai people and how they manage their health behavior changes, such as with exercise.Results: Analysis of the concept of self-efficacy in terms of its defining attributes, antecedents, consequences, and empirical referents provides information related to clinical usefulness. It helps healthcare professionals communicate the same notion when discussing self-efficacy and can distinguish this concept from other related concepts.Conclusion: Analysis of the concept of self-efficacy provides information related to exercise in older adults and can assist healthcare professionals in communicating the same notion when discussing the concept. </jats:p>

Spousal Involvement in Collaborative Management and Glycemic Behavior Change among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review

“…Management behavior that refers to long-term management and compliance plays an important role in maintaining and supporting treatment efforts and maintaining the psychological well-being of patients. Adherence to self-management in patients with long-term DM will improve their quality of life and is not limited to controlling physiological indicators ( Hunt, 2015 ; Pratiwi et al, 2018 ; Thojampa et al, 2020 ). Studies conducted in developed countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Singapore have reported common barriers to management, one of which is the lack of family support ( Chithambo & Forbes, 2015 ; Compeán-Ortiz et al, 2018 ; Poole et al, 2020 ).…”