Key result
Type D personality in T2DM links to poor glycemic control, higher stress, and worse self-care.
Why the study?
Type D personality is a recognized risk factor for many diseases, but its prevalence and relationship with glycemic control and socio-psychological factors in type 2 diabetes mellitus required investigation.
Is Type D personality associated with poor glycemic control and adverse socio-psychological factors in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus?
Population
198 T2DM patients at a regional hospital in Taipei, Taiwan
Comparison
Type D personality vs non-Type D personality
Design
Cross-sectional study
Authors
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Type D personality may flag T2DM patients for psychosocial support; leaves open whether screening or intervention improves glycemic outcomes.
Cross-Sectional (n=198)
No
Is Type D personality associated with poor glycemic control and adverse socio-psychological factors in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus?
p-value: p=<0.001
Type D personality is associated with poor glycemic control, lower self-efficacy, and higher psychological distress in patients with type 2 diabetes, highlighting the need for tailored psychological care.
Lin et al. (2020) conducted a cross-sectional in Type 2 diabetes mellitus (n=198). Type D personality was evaluated on Glycemic control and socio-psychological factors (p=<0.001). Type D personality in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus was associated with poor glycemic control (P<0.001), higher perceived stress, and lower self-efficacy and self-care behaviors.
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