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Table 2 Hierarchical Thematic Scheme

From: Lay perceptions of diabetes mellitus and prevention costs and benefits among adults undiagnosed with the condition in Singapore: a qualitative study

Categories/Themes

Sub-Themes

Lay beliefs of T2D

 Perceptions of diabetes

Initial stages of T2D create inconvenience to lifestyle

Complications from T2D can impact QoL

Progression of diabetes is slow

 Source of perceptions

Expert knowledge has limited influence

Influence of the media’s portrayal of characters with diabetes

Personal encounters with people living with T2D

Subjective interpretation of how T2D impact lives

 Relational identity between food and T2D

Perceived susceptibility directly correlated to sugary food intake

Restriction of diet in relation to Singapore’s food culture

Convenience and cost of unhealthy vs healthy food

Practicing preventative behaviours

 Perceived losses from healthy eating in T2D prevention

Interaction with food during gatherings and celebrations

Pleasure derived from food consumption

Influence of food on social identity

 Perceived gains from physical activity in T2D prevention

Exercise desirable despite challenges

Immediate observable benefits of exercise

Self-improvement by tracking progress

  1. QoL: Quality of Life, T2D: Type 2 Diabetes