A Descriptive Study Examining Health Locus of Control in Urban Minority Adults Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes

Download or read book A Descriptive Study Examining Health Locus of Control in Urban Minority Adults Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes written by Athena Y. Baca and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In order for healthcare professionals to assist individuals with Type 2 diabetes in avoiding the harsh effects that come with poor adherence to the recommended lifestyle, it is important to study ways of facilitating positive change. This study investigated the health locus of control of urban minority adults with Type 2 diabetes and the use of motivational interviewing as a way to facilitate positive behavior change in individuals with Type 2 diabetes.