Motivational interviewing to improve diabetes self-management and reduce cyberchondria
the Effect of Motivational Interviewing Based on Health Promotion Model on Diabetes Self-management and Cyberchondria Severity in Individuals With Diabetes
This study is testing if motivational interviewing can help people with Type 2 diabetes better manage their condition and reduce their anxiety about health information found online.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 64 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ataturk University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Van, Van) |
| Trial ID | NCT06826703 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of motivational interviewing techniques in enhancing diabetes self-management and reducing the severity of cyberchondria among individuals with Type 2 diabetes. A total of 64 participants will be divided into an experimental group receiving weekly motivational interviewing sessions for one month and a control group. The study will utilize the Diabetes Self-Management Scale and the Cyberchondria Severity Scale-Short Form to assess outcomes before and after the intervention. Conducted at the Van Regional Training and Research Hospital, the research will take place from February to March 2025.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 with a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes for at least six months and who can communicate effectively.
Not a fit: Patients under 18, those hospitalized for diabetes complications, or individuals with impairments that hinder participation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve diabetes management and mental health for patients dealing with excessive health-related anxiety.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that motivational interviewing can be effective in improving self-management in chronic conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Having diabetes for at least 6 months * Being over 18 years old * To have sufficient communication skills to answer verbal and written questions and fulfill instructions * Being literate * No physical, cognitive or mental impairment in answering the questions * Willingness to participate in research. Exclusion Criteria: * Being under 18 years of age * Being hospitalized in inpatient treatment institutions due to DM or DM complications during the research process * The emergence of any health problem that prevents the person from continuing the research * Do not leave the study voluntarily.
Where this trial is running
Van, Van
- Van Regional Training and Research Hospital Diabetes Polyclinic — Van, Van, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gülşen ALTUNTAŞ ÇALIM, PhD student
- Email: gulsenaltuntas13@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905535383055
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.