Accessing support and empowerment online: The experiences of individuals with diabetes
ConclusionThe findings indicate that forums can play a valuable role in aiding and motivating individuals in the daily management diabetes and highlight how this support is used to complement formal health services. However, more work needs to be carried out to determine to explore when and under what circumstances online support may be particularly beneficial to those with long‐term conditions.
Source: Health Expectations - Category: Health Management Authors: Ellen Brady, Julia Segar, Caroline Sanders Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH PAPER Source Type: research