RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Overview of Peer Support Models to Improve Diabetes Self-Management and Clinical Outcomes
JF Diabetes Spectrum
FD American Diabetes Association
SP 214
OP 221
DO 10.2337/diaspect.20.4.214
VO 20
IS 4
A1 Heisler, Michele
YR 2007
UL http://spectrum.diabetesjournals.org/content/20/4/214.abstract
AB In BriefThis article provides a brief overview of different approaches to mobilize peer support for diabetes self-management support and evidence to date on the effectiveness of each of these models with an emphasis on research into ways to extend face-to-face programs using innovative technologies. It concludes with a discussion of directions for future research in this area.