The Relationship Between Health Locus Of Control And Quality Of Life In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus At RSUD Balaraja

Abstract

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is the most prevalent form of diabetes. This condition is characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, which can trigger various serious health problems and diminish an individual's quality of life. Health Locus of Control (HLC) is a psychosocial factor that refers to an individual's beliefs about their control over their health outcomes and can influence disease management and quality of life. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between Health Locus of Control and the quality of life in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at RSUD Balaraja. Methods: This research employed a quantitative method with a descriptive correlational and cross-sectional design. The study population consisted of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at RSUD Balaraja. Sampling was conducted using a non-probability sampling technique with predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The research instruments used were the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control (MHLC) questionnaire and the Diabetes Quality of Life (DQOL) questionnaire. Results: The results of this study, using the chi-square test, indicated that there was a significant relationship between the Internal Health Locus of Control (IHLC) dimension (P value = 0.000 [<0.05]) and the Chance Health Locus of Control (CHLC) dimension (P value = 0.015 [<0.05]) with the quality of life of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The Powerful Other Health Locus of Control (POHLC) dimension did not show a significant relationship with the quality of life of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (P value = 0.288 [>0.05]). Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that patients' beliefs regarding internal control and chance factors have an influence on the quality of life of individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.