Table 3 Motivators affecting the disclosure of diabetes: thematic matrix of categories, subcategories, and concepts (n = 32)
| Category | Subcategory | Concepts |
|---|---|---|
| Perceptions of social environment | Close family member |
• Only close relatives can be trusted because they will keep it to themselves. (n = 9)1
• Family gives social support. (n = 6) |
| Peers | • Others with diabetes can give advice. (n = 3) | |
| Perceptions of diabetes | Acceptance | • Once I accepted it myself, I was ready to talk about it. (n = 6) |
| Perceptions of diabetes management | Precautionary measure | • People should know in case something happens. (n = 5) |
| Requirements of therapeutic regimes | • I need certain facilities for my diabetes. (n = 3) | |
| Disclosure improves social support | • People are considerate about my situation. (n = 3) |