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Table 1 Overview of the two phases of Powerful Together with Diabetes

From: The DISC (Diabetes in Social Context) Study-evaluation of a culturally sensitive social network intervention for diabetic patients in lower socioeconomic groups: a study protocol

Phase 1 (months 1-3)

Phase 2 (months 4-10)

Thirteen weekly peer group meetings for diabetic patients.

Three group meetings for significant others.

Eight twice-monthly peer group meetings for diabetic patients followed by five monthly peer group meetings.

Three group meetings for significant others.

Two social network therapy sessions for the diabetic patient and his/her significant other(s).