J Korean Diabetes > Volume 16(2); 2015 > Article
The Journal of Korean Diabetes 2015;16(2):83-88.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4093/jkd.2015.16.2.83    Published online June 30, 2015.
당뇨병 교육이 나가야 할 방향
박강서
The Future of Diabetes Education.
Kang Seo Park
Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Eulji University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea. pkkss@eulji.ac.kr
Abstract
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most arduous chronic illnesses, both physically and psychologically. To live with a chronic incurable illness is to live in a state of constant uncertainty. Treatment motivation is an important factor in the success of diabetes management. The most important factor of treatment motivation in diabetic patients is resolving illness uncertainty. Diabetes educator teams must be oriented to focus on glycemic control. In addition, removal of negative thoughts about poor prognosis is the starting point for success. Through diabetic education, patients can reduce illness uncertainty, maintain therapy and adapt to the illness. By adopting a lifestyle appropriate for the disease, patients can improve their quality of life and add years to their life and life to their years.
Key Words: Diabetes mellitus, Education, Lifestyle, Motivation


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