Research Article: Validation of the Identification of Medication Adherence Barriers Questionnaire (IMAB-Q); a Behavioural Science-Underpinned Tool for Identifying Non-Adherence and Diagnosing an Individual’s Barriers to Adherence
Introduction:
Lifestyle changes and medication are the primary interventions for chronic disease management. Poor uptake of recommended lifestyle changes such as weight loss and increased physical activity have led to significant research endeavor to develop behaviour change interventions. Applying theory and evidence to develop such interventions is an accepted and widely adopted approach. Not adhering to prescribed medication regimens can have a profound negative impact in terms of missed opportunity for health gain,…
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