Factors Influencing Therapeutic Non-Adherence Behavior Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in Two Public Hospitals in the Gambia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Tobiloba Oyejide Alex Omotosho Thomas Senghore

Published in: Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy (2024)

The rate of non-adherence to antidiabetic treatment in this study was high. Perceived barriers to antidiabetic treatment such as forgetfulness, long-term medication use, and medication side effects influenced therapeutic non-adherence to antidiabetic treatment. While interventions should focus on how to eliminate these barriers, health education on diabetic self-care may help reinforce the importance of medication adherence to prevent complications.

Keyphrases

healthcare
mental health
physical activity
public health
risk factors
type diabetes
depressive symptoms
social support
metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
glycemic control
social media
health information
replacement therapy
electronic health record