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ABSTRACT
Introduction: Self-efficacy is defined as a person’s own judgment of their
capabilities to perform a specific activity to attain a particular outcome. The
concept of self-efficacy of exercise in older adults with diabetes may still be
unclear, so it is essential to elucidate its meaning for better understanding in this
concept. This paper aims to explore the meaning of self-efficacy with regard to
exercise in older adults with diabetes.
Methods: Using the Walker and Avant concept analysis, it discusses cases showing
diabetic Thai people and how they manage their health behavior changes, such as
with exercise.
Results: Analysis of the concept of self-efficacy in terms of its defining attributes,
antecedents, consequences, and empirical referents provides information related
to clinical usefulness. It helps healthcare professionals communicate the same
notion when discussing self-efficacy and can distinguish this concept from other
related concepts.
Conclusion: Analysis of the concept of self-efficacy provides information related
to exercise in older adults and can assist healthcare professionals in
communicating the same notion when discussing the concep