Socioeconomic and clinical factors associated with quality of life among diabetic patient

Abstract

The global impact of type 2 diabetes is considerable, profoundly affecting patients' quality of life. This study aimed to assess the quality of life among T2DM patients receiving care at Royal Prima Hospital and to identify factors influencing it. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was employed, involving 97 T2DM patients selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected via structured questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-square test. The results indicated that the majority of patients (60.8%) experienced a poor quality of life. Significant factors associated with lower quality of life included older age (p < 0.001), lower educational attainment (p < 0.001), income below the minimum wage (p < 0.001), longer duration of T2DM (p < 0.001), and the presence of complications (p < 0.001). Among these, income and complications were identified as the strongest predictors. No significant association was found between gender and quality of life. These findings highlight the importance of adopting a holistic approach to T2DM management that integrates socioeconomic and psychological support, particularly for high-risk populations.