Understanding Treatment Gaps in Type 2 Diabetes: A Qualitative Study on Why Patients Stop and Restart Care
Afreen Jabin, Alex Guthrie
2025International Journal of Social and Psychological Aspects of Healthcare20 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF
Abstract
Treatment interruptions and resumptions are common among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D); however, the factors that trigger resumption based on the reasons for interruption are not well understood. This study explored the patterns underlying treatment interruption and subsequent resumption. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 T2D patients who had previously interrupted treatment. Their narratives were analyzed to identify recurring themes and patterns. Four distinct
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Qualitative researchMedicineNarrativeType 2 diabetesType 2 Diabetes MellitusNursingQualitative analysisGrounded theoryDiabetes mellitusFamily medicinePsychologyPerspective (graphical)Type 1 diabetesPrimary careSemi-structured interviewDiseaseHealth careMEDLINEGerontologyFocus groupQualitative propertyParticipant observationMedication Adherence and ComplianceDiabetes Treatment and ManagementChronic Disease Management Strategies