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Lifestyle Behavior Intervention for Diabetes Prevention and Management: 2nd Edition
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Lifestyle Behavior Intervention for Diabetes Prevention and Management: 2nd Edition

A special issue of Diabetology (ISSN 2673-4540).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 2775

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Dr. Freya MacMillan

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School of Medicine, Translational Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW 2153, Australia
Interests: marginalized populations; access to health; culturally and linguistically diverse groups; obesity; lifestyle interventions
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Dear Colleagues,

Diabetology (ISSN 2673-4540) is an international, open access journal. In this Special Issue of Diabetology, we invite researchers to submit their works on the development, testing, and implementation of lifestyle behavior interventions into practice for the prevention and management of diabetes. The instructions on how to proceed with writing will be available on a dedicated web page. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Studies of those with or at risk of diabetes to understand their lifestyle behaviors and inform the development of interventions;
  • Qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method studies to evaluate novel lifestyle behavior interventions for diabetes prevention or management;
  • Implementation science studies examining the translation of lifestyle behavior interventions for diabetes prevention and/or management into community, healthcare, workplace, or other settings.

We invite you to submit original research articles, systematic reviews, narrative reviews, or short communications on this topic. We look forward to your contributions.

Dr. Freya MacMillan
Guest Editor

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Diabetology is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1200 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • lifestyle program
  • lifestyle intervention
  • implementation science
  • qualitative
  • quantitative
  • mixed methods
  • diabetes prevention
  • diabetes management
  • diet
  • physical activity
  • weight loss
  • weight maintenance

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Translation and Impact of the National Diabetes Prevention Program in Two Rural Settings: Participant Outcomes, Individual Experiences, and Recommendations
by Jenifer J. Thomas, Bhibha M. Das, Lesley D. Lutes, Lacey Dickson, Parres Holliday, Brianna Adams and Hannah McNamee
Diabetology 2024, 5(7), 690-705; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology5070051 - 11 Dec 2024
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Background/Objectives: The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) assists individuals with lifestyle change for type 2 diabetes risk reduction through education, skills, and support. To further understand program effectiveness, implementation research needs to consider influences on retention, effectiveness, and sustainability of the program [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) assists individuals with lifestyle change for type 2 diabetes risk reduction through education, skills, and support. To further understand program effectiveness, implementation research needs to consider influences on retention, effectiveness, and sustainability of the program in rural settings. The purpose of this study was to understand National DPP implementation in two rural workplace settings as well as the factors that influence program participation and outcomes. Methods: Individuals who met criteria for being at risk for developing type 2 diabetes participated in two National DPPs. The first program (Technology-Augmented DPP) occurred in 2016 with the goal of understanding the role of psychosocial factors in relation to National DPP outcomes, and quantitative data were obtained from 47 participants. Variables of interest included the Lifestyle-Health-Related Self-Concept questionnaire (HRSC), weight, and physical activity. The second program (Hybrid-Format DPP) occurred in 2022 with the goal of understanding individual participant experiences within the program by conducting a reflexive thematic analysis on data obtained during a semi-structured group interview with 3 participants. Results: In the Technology-Augmented DPP, Lifestyle-HRSC dimensions of nutrition, social support, avoiding diabetes, and problem solving were associated with weight, steps per day, and activity minutes. In the Hybrid-Format DPP, the generated themes included Frequency Matters, Rules of Engagement, Promoting Self-Efficacy, and Bridging the Intention-Behavior Gap. Conclusions: Based on this study, a focus on understanding and responding to context-specific and participant-focused National DPP implementation is the essential next step in National DPP research. Prevention programs and policies individualized to people and communities will improve participation and outcomes. The National DPP should consider how to evolve to the changing needs of at-risk individuals in rural and underserved areas. Full article
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The Impact of Lifestyle Changes on the Prevalence of Prediabetes and Diabetes in Urban and Rural Indonesia: Results from the 2013 and 2018 Indonesian Basic Health Research (RISKESDAS) Survey
by Iche A. Liberty, Farid Kurniawan, Calysta N. Wijaya, Pradana Soewondo and Dicky L. Tahapary
Diabetology 2024, 5(6), 537-553; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology5060039 - 23 Oct 2024
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(1) Background: Prediabetes represents reversible glycemic abnormalities between normal glucose regulation and diabetes. Indonesia has a high burden of non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes. This study aims to evaluate the impact of lifestyle changes on prediabetes and diabetes in rural and urban populations. [...] Read more.
(1) Background: Prediabetes represents reversible glycemic abnormalities between normal glucose regulation and diabetes. Indonesia has a high burden of non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes. This study aims to evaluate the impact of lifestyle changes on prediabetes and diabetes in rural and urban populations. (2) Methods: This is a repeated cross-sectional study, and data were obtained from Basic Health Research (RISKESDAS) in 2013 and 2018. (3) Results: The study found that urban populations who ate >3 days/week of vegetables had a lower proportion of prediabetes and diabetes. Rural populations with 2 days/week of vegetable consumption had a higher risk of prediabetes in 2018. From 2013 to 2018, urban and rural populations consumed excessive amounts of sweet food/drink, salty food, fatty/cholesterol/fried food, and meat/chicken/fish-based food with preservatives. In 2018, urban and rural populations who consumed sweet food/drink more than once daily had a higher risk of prediabetes and diabetes. The prevalence of active physical activity declined in normoglycemic individuals, while it increased in prediabetes and diabetes in urban and rural areas. In 2013, physical activity was a protective factor for prediabetes. (4) Conclusions: Lifestyle changes impacted prediabetes and diabetes prevalence. Further research is needed to promote healthy diets and lifestyle modifications. Full article
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Lifestyle Medicine Case Manager Nurses for Type Two Diabetes Patients: An Overview of a Job Description Framework—A Narrative Review
by Giovanni Cangelosi, Stefano Mancin, Paola Pantanetti, Cuc Thi Thu Nguyen, Sara Morales Palomares, Federico Biondini, Marco Sguanci and Fabio Petrelli
Diabetology 2024, 5(4), 375-388; https://doi.org/10.3390/diabetology5040029 - 23 Aug 2024
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Background: Lifestyle medicine (LM) is a contemporary scientific discipline with a multidisciplinary approach. Case Management offers a viable alternative for the care of patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). This study aimed to identify the role and clinical applications of the lifestyle medicine [...] Read more.
Background: Lifestyle medicine (LM) is a contemporary scientific discipline with a multidisciplinary approach. Case Management offers a viable alternative for the care of patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). This study aimed to identify the role and clinical applications of the lifestyle medicine case manager nurse (LMCMN) for T2D patients internationally and to analyze the role of specialist nurses in Italy through a narrative review. A secondary objective was to define a job description (JD) for a future Delphi method. Methods: A narrative review of the literature was conducted using PubMed/Medline, Scopus, and grey literature sources to analyze the international and Italian regulatory contexts. Subsequently, a JD for the LMCMN was developed for application in a future Delphi Study. Results: Nurses play a strategic role in managing T2D, and the LM approach has demonstrated strong evidence of effectiveness. This study developed a specific JD for the LMCMN suitable for both Italian and international contexts. Conclusions: The specific role of the LMCMN is still underdeveloped internationally. In the context of territorial assistance and chronic disease management, this professional is crucial for delivering quality care and shaping health policies that meet community needs. Full article
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