Social Support and Technology Use Technology as a Predictor of Diabetes Mellitus Patient Medication Adherence

Elfida Elfida; Fathul Jannah; Eva Sulistiany; Afnina Afnina; Yulina Astuti

Authors

Elfida Elfida Program Studi Keperawatan. Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh. Indonesia
Fathul Jannah Program Studi Farmasi. Fakultas Ilmu Kesehatan. Universitas Sain Cut Nyak Dhien. Aceh. Indonesia
Eva Sulistiany Program Studi Keperawatan. Poltekkes Kemenkes Aceh. Indonesia
Afnina Afnina Program Studi Administrasi Rumah Sakit. STIKes Butanul Ulum Kota Langsa. Aceh. Indonesia
Yulina Astuti Program Studi Manajemen. Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Manajemen (Pase) Kota Langsa. Aceh. Indonesia

Keywords:

Diabetes Mellitus, Social Support, Treatment Adherence, Technology Use

Abstract

Treatment adherence is a key factor in managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus . yet patient adherence remains low in various regions. including Langsa City. This study aimed to determine the extent to which social support and health technology use contribute to patient adherence to treatment. A quantitative approach with an analytic survey method was employed. A sample of 200 T2DM patients was obtained through area sampling from five sub-districts in Langsa City. Research instruments included a structured questionnaire based on the Social Support Questionnaire (SSQ). health technology use indicators. and a modified Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS-8). Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression. with classical assumption tests to validate the model. Results revealed that social support significantly influenced treatment adherence (40.3%). while technology use contributed 27.1%. These findings suggest that interventions integrating social and digital components could enhance patient adherence. In conclusion, social support and technology use are critical predictors of improved treatment adherence in diabetes patients. Strengthening family-based and technology-driven interventions in healthcare services is recommended

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