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The sweet roller coaster life of family members living with type 2 diabetes mellitus
(Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University - South La Union Campus, 2024-02) Balian, Ivy P.; Cayaga, Judelyn N,; Estocapio, Kimberly C.; Gatchallan, Richelle Ann P.; Mabanta, Julie L.; Ochoco, Trisha D.; Rivera, Mary Arianne Joy M.; Villaveza, Jamaica R.
This research aims to explore the lived experiences of family members living with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) who are members of the Agoo Bantay Kalusugan Diabetes Association (ABAKADA) and chosen through purposive sampling. The study was carried out between August 2022-May 2023 utilizing descriptive phenomenology approach and using semi-structured interviews. The researchers used Colaizzi's method for analyzing the data. The results showed that the family members living with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DMJ experiences revealed different roles, which include providing adequate support, preparing food as part of their daily routine, maintaining constant communication, and providing financial assistance. Lack of discipline in adhering diabetes regimens by the patients and financial struggles were the two identified challenges faced by the participants. They address those trials in caring for their family member with diabetes by accepting the problems specifically their stubbornness and seeking assistance from significant others when it comes to financial.