Theory: Self-efficacy theory incorporating influencers including performance accomplishments, vicarious learning, social/verbal persuasion, reinterpretation of physiological and emotional states |
Format: Group-based programme delivered over 6 consecutive weeks; 2.5 hour session with tea/coffee break |
Location: Primary care centres or community resource centres |
Mode of delivery: Educational (includes participant interaction and discussion) and goal-setting components |
Facilitators: Health Service Executive (HSE) primary care occupational therapists with input from physiotherapist and pharmacist |
Educational component:
Week 1: Introduction to self-management, activity and health, and goal-setting Week 2: Fatigue management and healthy eating Week 3: Maintaining physical activity Week 4: Maintaining mental wellbeing Week 5: Managing medications Week 6: Communication and programme review
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Goal-setting component: Overall programme goals set in Week 1. Weekly goal-setting and review |
Resources: Participant booklet, relaxation CD, information on local resources, HSE health promotional resources, such as exercise booklets, get active your way, healthy eating, and information on generic medicines and mental health |