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NCT ID NCT06419907

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Liverpool Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether people with type 2 diabetes need to attend all sessions of a diabetes self-management education program to see benefits. 120 participants were split into groups that attended 100%, 60%, 10%, or no education. Researchers measured changes in self-care, diabetes distress, and quality of life after 2-4 months. The goal is to find the minimum effective dose of education.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: structured diabetes self-management education programme (behavioural intervention)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help design shorter, more flexible diabetes education programs that still improve self-care and reduce distress.
What could go wrong: This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. Results may not apply to all people with diabetes, and the education format may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Health Education type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIABETES MELLITUS, TYPE 2 PATIENT EDUCATION AS TOPIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

Diabetes Centre, St Helens Hospital

St Helens, WA93DA, United Kingdom

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