| Variables | Frequencies (N) | Percentage (%) |
| Impaired vision No Yes |
34 127 |
21.1 78.9 |
| Difficulties in daily activities No Yes |
61 100 |
37.8 62.2 |
| Need for additional assistance No Yes |
80 81 |
49.7 50.3 |
| Constant blood glucose monitoring No Yes |
41 120 |
25.5 74.5 |
| Strict adherence to the diet No Yes |
71 90 |
44.1 55.9 |
| Regular medication intake No Yes |
46 115 |
28.6 71.4 |
| High level of stress related to diabetes management No Yes |
50 111 |
31.1 68.9 |