Cite as (APA style): Geylan Gürdal, S. & Tansel, E. (2026). A Preliminary Study on the Effects of a Group Psychoeducation Program Incorporating Concepts of Positive Psychotherapy on Patients with Diabetes Mellitus. The Global Psychotherapist, 6(1), 76-82 http://doi.org/10.52982/lkj293
Abstract: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a prevalent chronic disease, and it is now widely recognized that psychological factors play an important role in its onset, progression, and treatment. This study aimed to increase patients’ awareness of the relationship between psychological factors and the treatment process through a group psychoeducation program grounded in Positive Psychotherapy (PPT) concepts, and to evaluate the effects of this training. The study included nine patients diagnosed with DM who participated in weekly two-hour group sessions over five weeks. Each session addressed a different theme, focusing on both the positive and negative effects of DM on participants’ lives and on the influence of psychological factors on disease management. The training aimed to support patients in adopting healthier lifestyles, recognizing signs of stress, and developing coping strategies. At the conclusion of the program, participants reported that the sessions were beneficial, particularly those on the Balance Model and stress-management techniques. These findings suggest that incorporating group psychoeducation into DM treatment may enhance treatment outcomes and that PPT methods can be effectively applied in such interventions.
Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Positive Psychotherapy, psychoeducation