Child Health Nursing Research

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Healthcare coaching program for youth with type 1 diabetes in South Korea: a pilot study

  • Dae Eun Lee (College of Nursing, Pusan National University) ;
  • Haejung Lee (College of Nursing.Research Institute of Nursing Science, Pusan National University) ;
  • Chong Kun Cheon (Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Pusan National University Children's Hospital) ;
  • Ju Young Yoon (Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, Pusan National University Children's Hospital)
  • Received : 2023.09.23
  • Accepted : 2024.01.10
  • Published : 2024.01.31
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Abstract

Purpose: This pilot study aimed to assess the feasibility, preliminary efficacy, and effects of a mobile app healthcare coaching program developed based on self-regulation theory among youths with type 1 diabetes. Methods: A mixed-method design was utilized. Participants were randomly assigned into intervention (n=23, 12-week coaching program) or control groups (n=16, usual care). Pre- and post-intervention assessments included self-efficacy, diabetes management behavior, and health outcomes (quality of life, depression, and HbA1c). Quantitative data were analyzed with SPSS/WIN ver. 26.0. The narrative information from the participants in the healthcare coaching program underwent content analyzed. Results: The intervention group had significantly lower depression scores (t=2.57, p=.014) than the control group. No significant differences were observed in self-efficacy, diabetes management behavior, and health outcomes between the two groups. The average frequency of health behavior monitoring per week among the participants was 1.86±1.60. The qualitative findings indicated that participants perceived improved diabetes self-management with the intervention; however, challenges during vacations, dietary control difficulties, and a lack of disease awareness were identified. Conclusion: The healthcare coaching program improved psychological aspects for youth with type 1 diabetes. Further research is needed to develop and implement mobile app interventions aimed at enhancing compliance with diabetes management in pediatric and adolescent populations.

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This work was supported by a 2-Year Research Grant of Pusan National University.

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