The benefits of peer support with diabetes.

Authors

Sandra L. McPherson, Backus Hospital
Dayle Joseph, Backus Hospital
Elaine Sullivan, Backus Hospital

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

1-1-2004

Abstract

TOPIC: Peer coaching for diabetes support. purpose. To see if peer coaching assists a person with diabetes make the correct diet and activity choices. SOURCES OF INFORMATION: Journal articles, Internet. CONCLUSIONS: Peer support is helpful for people who are struggling to cope with diabetes. If peer support is offered, a structured follow-up program needs to be in place.

Publication Title, e.g., Journal

Nursing forum

Volume

39

Issue

4

Citation/Publisher Attribution

McPherson, Sandra L., Dayle Joseph, and Elaine Sullivan. "The benefits of peer support with diabetes.." Nursing forum 39, 4 (2004): 5-12. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6198.2004.tb00009.x.