adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Conditions
Interventions
This study elaborates on the existing self-management course "Beyond Good Intentions". The course lasts 12
weeks and consists of two 30-minutes individual sessions and four 2.5-h group sessions. In
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Sponsors
University Medical Center Utrecht
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Adults patients (aged </= 75 years) diagnose with type 2 diabetes 3 months - 5 years ago at the start of the study are eligible
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: A potential subject who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study: 1. High self-management capability or low capability on the domains "Anxiety" or "Depression" (of the SeMaS questionnaire) 2. Insufficient cognitive functioning; 3.Insufficient understanding of the Dutch language to follow instructions and to complete questionnaires.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in BMI (difference of 0.77 kg/m2 is considered clinical relevant) between baseline and follow-up (2 years after the start of the course). Patient randomized to the control group will receive usual care according to the NHG guideline. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change between baseline and 2 years follow-up of: 1. Clinical measures: systolic blood pressure, HbA1c, lipid profile (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides); 2. Quality of Life; 3. Diabetes self-management behavior (level of physical activity, dietary intake, medication adherence); 4. Proactive coping; 5. Cost-effectiveness of the intervention (total health care resources use during the whole study period) | — |
Contacts
Public ContactRimke Vos
Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care,
Outcome results
None listed