The Benefits of Peer Support With Diabetes

MacPherson, Sandra L.; Joseph, Dayle Hunt; Sullivan, Elaine Doherty

doi:10.1111/j.1744-6198.2004.tb00009.x

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“…() and Borgstadt () noted increased exercise following health coaching. In addition, numerous articles simply cited health behavior change as a consequence of health coaching (Huffman, ; Jefferson et al., ; Long & Sheehan, ; MacPherson et al., ; Tidwell et al., ).…”

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“…This theme was also present across time frames. Examples of the healthfocused nature of health coaching included the study of the concept with chronic disease (Allen, lezzoni, Huang, Huang, & Leveiile, 2008;Buntin, Jain, Mattke, & Lurie, 2009;Hennessey & Suter, 2011;Hibbard, Mahoney, Stock, & Tusler, 2007;Holland et al, 2005;Tidwell et al, 2004), cancer pain (Fahey et al, 2008;Wilkie et al, 2010), diabetes (Bray, Turpin, Jungkind, & Heuser, 2008;MacPherson, Joseph, & Sullivan, 2004;Wagner, Jester, & Moseley, 2002;Whittemore, Chase, Mandle, & Roy, 2002;Whittemore, Melkus, & Grey, 2005), and prevention and wellness (Borgstadt, 2007;Hess, 2011;Long & Perry, 2007;Long & Sheehan, 2010;Waddington & Bailiff, 2009).…”

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Health Coaching: A Concept Analysis

Olsen

2013

Nurs Forum

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Health Coaching: A Concept Analysis

Olsen

2013

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“…Several studies have documented the impact that social ties can have on our health (Aoun, Sainsbury, Mullan, & Shahid, 2017;Christakis & Fowler, 2007;McPherson, Joseph, & Sullivan, 2004;Leahey & Wing, 2012;Locock, Dopson, Chambers, & Gabbay, 2001). A study by Escoffery, Kegler, and Alcantara (2011) found that naturally occurring support from workplace peers was important in encouraging changes in eating and weight among employees in small, rural worksites in Georgia.…”

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Workplace Wellness Champions: Lessons Learned and Implications for Future Programming

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Background: Wellness champion teams can be a critical "grass roots" strategy in building a culture of worksite wellness; however, little is known about key elements of programs to prepare individuals for this role and their level of impact. Aim: To describe the components of a worksite wellness champion program at a large public land grant university in the Midwest and the characteristics of individuals who participate in this role. Methods: The Wellness Innovator program components, including processes of recruitment and retention, as well as demographic data of the Innovators are described. Results: 464 Innovators currently serve in the role. Support from supervisors/managers is key for sustained Innovator engagement. Conclusions:The Wellness Innovator program is an important strategy in encouraging faculty and staff to participate in wellness activities and services. More research is needed to determine the impact of wellness champion teams on health and wellness outcomes.

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“…The vast majority of the literature on health coaches is from non-randomized trials, studies with high levels of attrition, or studies with limited objective health-related outcome data [e.g., [7, 8], [9], [10]]. However, a few rigorous trials have been conducted and results suggest that adding coaches to treatment may enhance health outcomes.…”

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A randomized controlled pilot study testing three types of health coaches for obesity treatment: Professional, peer, and mentor

Leahey

Wing

2013

Obesity

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Despite their popularity, empirical support for health coaches is limited. This study examined the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of 3 types of coaching models for obesity treatment. Participants (N=44) were randomized to 6 months of reduced intensity group behavioral weight loss (rBWL) plus 1 of 3 types of health coaches: a) Professional (rBWL interventionist); b) Peer (group members randomly paired and coached one another); or c) Mentor (successful weight loser). Groups met weekly for the first 6-weeks, biweekly for the next 6-weeks, and monthly thereafter, for a total of 12 meetings. During weeks that group did not meet, participants emailed their weight loss information to their coach and received feedback. Coaches were trained on appropriate coaching strategies and feedback delivery. Retention was 95%. Participants emailed their progress to their coach 10.8±1.9 out of the 12 weeks that there were no group meetings. Coaches responded with feedback 94% of the time. Percent weight losses at 6-months were 9.6±8.1, 9.1±5.0, and 5.7±5.6 for the Professional, Peer, and Mentor conditions, respectively. More participants in the Professional and Peer conditions lost 10% of their initial body weight (Professional: 56%; Peer: 50%; Mentor: 17%), with a statistically significant difference between the Professional and Mentor conditions (p=0.03). These preliminary data suggest that combining a reduced intensity BWL program with health coaching may hold significant promise as a costeffective obesity treatment paradigm. Larger trials are needed to conclusively determine whether adding coaches improves weight loss outcomes in reduced intensity treatments and to examine which type of coach is most effective.

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The Benefits of Peer Support With Diabetes

Abstract: Peer support is helpful for people who are struggling to cope with diabetes. If peer support is offered, a structured follow-up program needs to be in place.

Cited by 26 publications

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Health Coaching: A Concept Analysis

Health Coaching: A Concept Analysis

Workplace Wellness Champions: Lessons Learned and Implications for Future Programming

A randomized controlled pilot study testing three types of health coaches for obesity treatment: Professional, peer, and mentor

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