- iConcern
Our Research
- AIDES-T2D
iConcern is a web-based tool designed to identify and communicate the immediate concerns of adults newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. By capturing these concerns early, iConcern supports person-centered, timely, and effective diabetes care.
Why iConcern?
Many people experience emotional distress, confusion, and uncertainty at the moment of diagnosis. However, time constraints in primary care often make it difficult for these concerns to be addressed. Unlike existing tools that measure long-term diabetes distress, iConcern focuses on what matters most in the first moments following diagnosis.
What the Tool Does
Expressive Framework
Helps patients identify and articulate pressing concerns.
Structured Understanding
Gives providers clear framework to understand needs.
Personalized Dialogue
Facilitates tailored conversations during care.
Collaborative Outcomes
Empowers shared decision-making for better results.
How the Study Works
Qualitative Research
Interviews with recently diagnosed individuals and healthcare providers to identify common concerns
Scale Development
Creating measurement tools based on interview findings and literature review
Validation Testing
Rigorous evaluation with 500+ participants to ensure reliability and accuracy
Who’s Involved
Study Participants
Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes within the past six months
Expert Team
Specialists in diabetes care, education, communication, and endocrinology
Research Leadership
Led by Dr. Michelle Boakye and the Stampley Research Group
Why It Matters
Addressing immediate concerns improves communication, patient satisfaction, treatment adherence, and may reduce long-term distress. iConcern fills a critical gap by giving patients a voice at a vulnerable moment following diagnosis.
Current Status
Qualitative Phase
Research completed with comprehensive findings
Item Development
Currently in progress with expert team
Validation Testing
Launching soon with 500+ participants
Want to Participate or Learn More?
Email us at pcrg@umb.edu or call 617 287 4067 (office); 617 446 3828 (call/text)