Igniting the diabetes self-care pilot light : understanding influences on health activation : a thesis presented in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand

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Igniting the diabetes self-care pilot light : understanding influences on health activation : a thesis presented in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand

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Diabetes presents a serious health challenge for New Zealand because it is a significant cause of ill health and premature death. It is well recognised that self-care in diabetes, can be demanding and is influenced by numerous factors. Health activation is a composite notion focusing on four major elements believed to influence active engagement in self-care: these are beliefs, knowledge, skills and confidence, and behaviours. In this study I set out to elicit an understanding of influences o...

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Thesis

Thesis level

Doctoral

Date created

2011

Creator

Snell, Helen Julia

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https://hdl.handle.net/10179/2672

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Diabetics / Diabetes / Self-management / Self-care / Psychology / Psychological aspects

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