Diabetes Mellitus: Myths and Reality
Journal Title: Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Individual and group behavior towards health and disease is determined by cognitive and affective dimensions of knowledge, belief, value, and a sense of self-efficacy. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a lifestyle related painless morbidity that entails complex behavior of an individual 'living with disease'. The myths and knowledge about DM and its complication have a strong influence in the life of individuals suffering from diabetes by their way of seeking treatment during illness. Understanding the social determinants of DM calls for research on the myths and misconceptions related to this chronic disease furthering plan on educational targets for this population and their caregivers. In the downstream effect of this lifelong disease many factors affect prognosis including education, occupation, attitudes, values, beliefs, and perceptions of need of optimum management, which are shaped over time by cultural and social exposures.
Authors and Affiliations
Mitasha Singh, Ranabir Pal, Rajesh Ranjan, Gautam Sarkar, Dharamvir Ranjan Bharti, Shrayan Pal
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