Effectiveness of chronic disease self-management education (CDSME) programs to reduce loneliness

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Matthew Lee Smith · Texas A&M University

Eunice Y. Chen · AltaMed

Christy Ann Lau · Partners in Care Foundation

Dianne Davis · Partners in Care Foundation

June Simmons · Partners in Care Foundation

Ashley L. Merianos · Texas A&M University

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Findings expand our understanding about the benefits of small-group CDSME workshops to reduce loneliness among participants. CDSME workshops may reduce loneliness because of their highly interactive and process-driven format and ability to create bonds between participants with chronic conditions and shared experiences.

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Health disparities and outcomes Chronic Disease Management Strategies Health, psychology, and well-being

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Published in: Chronic Illness

Volume 19, Issue 3, pp. 646-664

DOI: 10.1177/17423953221113604

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Effectiveness of chronic disease self-management education (CDSME) programs to reduce loneliness

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