“Creencias irracionales y su influencia en la calidad de vida de pacientes con diabetes mellitus tipo 2”

Abstract

The main objective of the present investigation was to establish the influence of irrational beliefs on the quality of life of patients with diabetes mellitus, 2 this study is correlational in nature, which has allowed for statistical analysis and verification of hypotheses. A sample of 70 patients diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus 2 from the Pelileo basic hospital and from the Patate Gerontological Center was considered, the Irrational Belief Test CTI was applied to identify the predominant irrational beliefs and the specific Quality of Life test for Diabetes. EsDQOL to identify the quality of life of the evaluated. The results indicate that irrational beliefs are related to the quality of life of patients with diabetes mellitus 2, where irrational beliefs determine aspects of quality of life, with the most frequent irrational beliefs being blame and dependence, in terms of quality of life there is high concern related to diabetes and social / vocational concern. It is recommended to work with cognitive behavioral techniques that help to modify irrational beliefs and improve the quality of life.