Peer support of complex health behaviors in prevention and disease management with special reference to diabetes: systematic reviews

Peer support of complex health behaviors in prevention and disease management with special reference to diabetes: systematic reviews

Abstract Objectives Examine Peer Support (PS) for complex, sustained health behaviors in prevention or disease management with emphasis on diabetes prevention and management. Data sources and eligibility PS was defined as emotional, motivational and practical assistance provided by nonprofessionals...

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Main Authors: Edwin B. Fisher, Renée I. Boothroyd, Emily A. Elstad, Laura Hays, Amy Henes, Gary R. Maslow, Clayton Velicer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:Clinical Diabetes and Endocrinology
Subjects:
Peer support
Prevention
Disease management
Social support
Community health workers
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40842-017-0042-3

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