A mixed methods study to examine the difficulties experienced and coping behaviours used by people with Type 2 diabetes of working age in Japan
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https://doi.org/10.1080/20573316.2017.1394626Keywords:
Type 2 diabetes, Worker, Self-management, Patient education, Coping behaviour, Mixed methods research, Difficulties felt, Self-care, EmploymentAbstract
Objective:The aim of this study was to investigate measures to support people of working age with Type 2 diabetes by clarifying their coping behaviours.
Research methods:Mixed research methods were adopted. The questionnaires investigated PAID, SDSCA, and biomedical test data. After the questionnaires were completed, a qualitative survey in which the participants were asked to discuss any difficulties and corresponding coping measures was conducted.
Results:The participants were 100 individuals (77 men). The following three aspects of difficulties felt in coordinating work and diabetes management were revealed: ‘Difficulty readjusting living hours’, ‘The presence of stress inhibiting a treatment lifestyle’, and ‘Conflict between maintaining interpersonal relationships and implementing treatment behaviors’. Among the factors associated with coping behaviours, a significant difference was seen in the presence or absence of coping measures for ‘Difficulty readjusting living hours’ and body mass index.
Conclusions:When assessing patients, it is best to perform assessments from the three perspectives described in the present study.
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