The general objective of this study was to investigate
self-efficacy and self-care behavior in patients with type 2
diabetes. The specific objectives were as follows: (i) to
examine the correlations between self-efficacy and self-care
behavior; (ii) to determine the degree of self-efficacy of
patients; and (iii) to examine any significant relationships
between self-efficacy and patient variables, including their
state of health.