Effects of web-based gestational diabetes mellitus education on health management self-efficacy, treatment modality, and maternal-fetal-neonatal outcomes: A randomized controlled trial
Health Care for Women International, vol.47, no.2, pp.111-132, 2026 (SSCI, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 47 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2026
- Doi Number: 10.1080/07399332.2025.2597240
- Journal Name: Health Care for Women International
- Journal Indexes: Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, Abstracts in Social Gerontology, CINAHL, Educational research abstracts (ERA), Gender Studies Database, MEDLINE, Psycinfo, Public Affairs Index
- Page Numbers: pp.111-132
- Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The authors’ purpose in this study was to examine the effects of web-based Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) education on person’s health management self-efficacy, treatment modality, and maternal-fetal-neonatal outcomes. We conducted a randomized controlled trial design. The study was conducted in 65 pregnant women (intervention group: 31, control group: 34). The level of health management self-efficacy was significantly higher in pregnant women who received web-based education compared to the control group. In addition, fewer pregnant women transitioned from nutrition therapy to insulin compared the control group. Among pregnant women with GDM, web-based education proved to be an effective intervention strategy, enhancing self-efficacy, promoting healthier behaviors, and ultimately reducing maternal and neonatal complications. The clinical trial registration number: NCT05141929.