Diabetes Mellitus Patients' Coping Mechanisms

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

As a serious and one of the most prevalent diseases, diabetes has increasingly become a global health issue. The causes of diabetes are a combination of genetic, autoimmune, and environmental factors. It has no cure. Most of these health problems are really hard to prevent or avoid. In every kind of disease, however, there is always different kinds of coping mechanisms or some ways on how patients survive and deal with their health situations. Different aspects have different coping mechanisms. The most important thing is that we know how to cope up in a different situation we may encounter. (Please work on the coherence of the sentences.)

METHODS

The study utilized the descriptive method using the quantitative approach in gathering information about the present condition. This study employed the use of a questionnaire as a primary and research instrument to gather data. Thirty (30) diabetes mellitus patients were chosen as the respondents, and they were chosen regardless of their age and gender. The given data was organized and an evaluation was made with the coping mechanisms of the different diabetes mellitus patients.

RESULTS

Many of the respondents were aged 41 above, both male and female. In the physical aspect, the respondents reported they kept doing things that they enjoy. In the social aspect, the respondents said they just wanted to be with their family and friends. In the mental/emotional aspect, the respondents explained they just accepted the fact about them having diabetes.

DISCUSSIONS

The results demonstrate that the respondents should be responsible for their health. Despite what they were experiencing, the patients pursued their dreams and wants for whatever factors that they may encounter in their life.