• D Calli and A Kartal.
• Department of Nurse, Cardiovascular Surgery Pamukkale University Hospital, Denizli, Turkey.
• Niger J Clin Pract. 2021 Mar 1; 24 (3): 393-399.

BackgroundSelf-efficacy is defined as the ability of an individual to perform an action successfully or her/his perception of being able to control events. The self-efficacy perception of diabetes management may affect well-being of the patient.AimsThis study aimed to examine the relationships between self-efficacy of diabetes management and well-being in patients with type 2 diabetes.Subjects And MethodsThe study used a descriptive correlational design. Sample of the study included 200 patients with type 2 diabetes. Sociodemographic and disease-related questionnaire form "Self-Efficacy Scale for Diabetes Management" and "Well-Being Questionnaire" have been used as data collection tools. Multiple linear regression analysis was performed to explore the predictors of well-being in patients with type 2 diabetes.ResultsSelf-efficacy level, age, level of compliance with treatment, and state of doing exercise were found to be statistically significant predictors of well-being in type 2 diabetic patients. Self-efficacy level for diabetes management was found to be the strongest predictor of well-being in patients with type 2 diabetes.ConclusionSelf-efficacy level of diabetes management is a factor that affects well-being in type 2 diabetes patients and it should be considered during interventions for improving the well-being of patients.

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