Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus and quality of life. A theoretical analysis.
Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) affects the overall life situation of the individual. The term "quality of life" means each individual person's estimation of what it means to have a good life. There are many aspects of diabetes which will influence to a greater or lesser extent each individual's degree of satisfaction with his/her life. This theoretical analysis shows that there is no direct connection between reduced quality of life and IDDM. There is a need, however, for empirical investigations which will provide a better understanding of the relationship between quality of life and IDDM.
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D003922:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D006240:Happiness; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D010549:Personal Satisfaction; D011788:Quality of Life