Illness Perception, Self-Efficacy and Perceived Adherence to Lifestyle Modification in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes

Abstract

This current research study examined the relationship between Illness perception, self-efficacy and perceived adherence to lifestyle modification in adults with type 2 diabetes. It was hypothesized that there was likely to be a positive relationship between Illness perception, self-efficacy and perceived adherence to lifestyle modification in adults with type 2 diabetes. Cross-sectional research design was used. Non-probability sampling strategy was employed to recruit the sample of N=140 participants comprising of (n=71 male and n=69 female) adults (ages 21-71) from hospital of Lahore. The scales comprised, Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire (Broadbent et al. 2006), Diabetes Management Self-Efficacy Scale (Jason et. al, 2018), Perceived Adherence Life Style Modification Questionnaire (Nor et. al, 2022) and demographic information sheet in order to assess the research variables. The results were generated by the means of SPSS Version 23.00 employing Pearson product moment correlation analysis, multiple linear regression analysis, anova and independent sample t-test. The findings of study revealed all main study variables to be related to their scales. Illness perception were positive and significant predictor of perceived adherence lifestyle modification in adults with type 2 diabetes. While self-efficacy were negative and non-significant predictors of perceived adherence to lifestyle modification. There were significant differences between normal and overweight adults with type 2 diabetes for study variables. There were also significant differences between educational level cross study variables. Health professionals should employ clear and simple communication strategies, provide educational materials at appropriate reading levels, and offer additional support to ensure that all patients, regardless of their educational background, have the knowledge and tools to manage their diabetes effectively.