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World J Clin Cases. Dec 26, 2023; 11(36): 8486-8497
Published online Dec 26, 2023. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i36.8486
Significance of fostering the mental health of patients with diabetes through critical time intervention
Chiedu Eseadi, Amos Nnaemeka Amedu, Henry Egi Aloh
Chiedu Eseadi, Amos Nnaemeka Amedu, Department of Educational Psychology, Faculty of Education, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg 2006, Gauteng, South Africa
Henry Egi Aloh, Department of Health Services, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo 482131, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Author contributions: Eseadi C, Amedu AN, and Aloh HE conceived the research; conducted a review of the literature, literature analysis, drafting, editing; All authors approved the final version of the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Chiedu Eseadi, PhD, Senior Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Educational Psychology, Faculty of Education, University of Johannesburg, B-Ring 3, Auckland Park Campus, Johannesburg 2006, Gauteng, South Africa. chiedu.eseadi@unn.edu.ng
Received: October 18, 2023
Peer-review started: October 18, 2023
First decision: November 2, 2023
Revised: November 23, 2023
Accepted: December 12, 2023
Article in press: December 12, 2023
Published online: December 26, 2023
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ARTICLE HIGHLIGHTS
Research background

Critical time intervention (CTI) is an evidence-based model of practice that is time-limited and aims to provide support for most susceptible individuals during a transition period.

Research motivation

Diabetes can cause other health problems and complications, both physically and psychologically. To reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with diabetes and mental health conditions, non-pharmacological interventions such as CTI can be used.

Research objectives

This research examined the significance of fostering the mental health of diabetes patients through CTI.

Research methods

This research employed the scoping review methodology and followed the guidelines established by the Joanna Briggs Institute. The search databases were Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, PsycINFO, Reference Citation Analysis (https://www.referencecitationanalysis.com/), and Cochrane Library.

Research results

Diabetic patients who had experienced homelessness are at higher risk of being diagnosed with mental illness, and social support services are impactful in the management of the comorbidity of diabetes and mental health problems. CTI is impactful in enhancing the mental health of homeless patients during the transitional period from the hospital through social support services.

Research conclusions

CTI is a promising intervention for alleviating mental health symptoms in homeless patients. Empirical studies are needed to determine how clinically effectively CTI is in managing the mental health of diabetics.

Research perspectives

It is crucial to facilitate and manage the smooth transition of homeless diabetic patients into society, as well as to ensure that they have access to supports services that facilitate their integration into society, by providing CTI that focus on enhancing their mental health.