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Published in: Current Diabetes Reports 6/2012

01-12-2012 | Psychosocial Aspects (K Hood, Section Editor)

The Impact of Social Support on Outcomes in Adult Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review

Authors: Joni L. Strom, Leonard E. Egede

Published in: Current Diabetes Reports | Issue 6/2012

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Abstract

Diabetes is one of the fastest growing chronic diseases globally and in the United States. Although preventable, type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 % of all cases of diabetes worldwide and continues to be a source of increased disability, lost productivity, mortality, and amplified health-care costs. Proper disease management is crucial for achieving better diabetes-related outcomes. Evidence suggests that higher levels of social support are associated with improved clinical outcomes, reduced psychosocial symptomatology, and the adaptation of beneficial lifestyle activities; however, the role of social support in diabetes management is not well understood. The purpose of this systematic review is to examine the impact of social support on outcomes in adults with type 2 diabetes.
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Metadata
Title
The Impact of Social Support on Outcomes in Adult Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review
Authors
Joni L. Strom
Leonard E. Egede
Publication date
01-12-2012
Publisher
Current Science Inc.
Published in
Current Diabetes Reports / Issue 6/2012
Print ISSN: 1534-4827
Electronic ISSN: 1539-0829
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11892-012-0317-0

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