Kosar Nasri 
, Mozhgan Akbarzadeh , Masomeh Karimian , Mahdi Panahi , Mahnaz Jeddi , Javad Seyyedjafari * 1
, Mozhgan Akbarzadeh , Masomeh Karimian , Mahdi Panahi , Mahnaz Jeddi , Javad Seyyedjafari * 1
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Background & Objective :Diabetes is a group of metabolic diseases characterized by high blood glucose levels due to varying degrees of insulin resistance or insulin secretion disorders. Improving self-care behaviors is the first step in helping patients better control their illness. The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of compassion-focused therapy on the self-care of people with type 2 diabetes.
Methods :The research project was semi-experimental with pre-test, post-test and control group design. The statistical population in this study consisted of all patients with type 2 diabetes who had referred to a counseling center in 2019. The sample size of the present study included 30 people, 15 of which were selected from the experimental group and 15 from the control group using the available sampling method. Research tools included Gilbertchr('39')s Compassionate Therapy Program and Tobert and Glasgowchr('39')s Self-Care Behavior Questionnaire. The data analysis method was a single-variable analysis of covariance analysis using SPSS software version 22.
Results :Data were analyzed by single-variable covariance analysis, and the results showed that compassion-focused therapy was effective in reducing death anxiety (P <0.05).Conclusion :Based on the results, it can be said that compassion-focused therapy has increased self-care in people with type 2 diabetes.
Keywords :compassion focused therapy, self-care, type 2 diabetes
Type of Study: Original Research Article |
Subject:
Psychology
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