Abstract

The findings from this grant-funded study have established a strong foundation for future research on the psychosocial aspects of diabetes care in low- and middle-income countries. Specifically, the project has generated preliminary evidence supporting the mediating role of psychological outcomes in the relationship between diabetes-related stigma and glycemic control. These results will inform the design of future longitudinal and intervention studies aimed at reducing stigma and improving mental health among people with diabetes in Ghana and across Africa. Additionally, the study has built local research capacity by training research assistants in advanced data collection and analysis methods, fostering a sustainable platform for continued behavioral and psychosocial diabetes research.

Notes

The supplemental file attached to this item record is a slide deck presented at Yale School of Nursing's Dissertation Seminar, Fall 2025.

Author Details

Samuel Akyirem, PhD(c), MRes, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Report

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Other

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Diabetes-related Stigma, Hemoglobin A1C, Type 2 Diabetes, T2D, Ghana

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Review Type

None: Sigma Grant Recipient Report

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2025-10-24

Funder(s)

Sigma Foundation for Nursing

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