Digital Health Interventions for Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: Qualitative Study of Patient Perspectives on Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support

• DOI: 10.2196/jmir.8439
• Publication Date: 2018-02-20T10:22:28Z
• Authors: Kingshuk Pal; Charlotte Dack; Jamie Ross; Susan Michie; Carl May; Fiona Stevenson; Andrew Farmer; Lucy Yardley; Maria Barnard; Elizabeth Murray
• Keywords: Self-Management; Diabetes management; Digital Health; mHealth

Background: The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is increasing globally, and health services in many countries are struggling with the morbidity, mortality, costs associated complications this long-term condition. Diabetes self-management education (DSME) behavioral support can reduce risks developing diabetes-related improve glycemic control. However, their uptake low. Digital interventions (DHI) provide sustained may overcome challenges attending sessions. They have potential for delivery at multiple locations convenient times, anonymity, presentation content attractive tailored formats. This study investigates needs wants patients to inform development digital support.