The effects of social support on health, well-being and management of Diabetes Mellitus: a black South African perspective

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Westaway, M.S., Seager, J.R., Rheeder, P. & Van Zyl, D.G. (2005) The effects of social support on health, well-being and management of Diabetes Mellitus: a black South African perspective. Ethnicity and Health. 10(1):73-89. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11910/7512 http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11910/7512

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Abstract:
The study demonstrated that: (1) socio-emotional and tangible support were the underlying dimensions of social support; (2) socio-emotional support is an important determinant of health and well-being; and (3) social support is beneficial for one aspect of diabetes mellitus management, namely, BP control.
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25 Aug 2015
 
HEALTH
SOCIAL NETWORKS
DISEASES
 
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