inPractice® - Situational Context and Access to Healthcare Services and Medications

Demographic characteristics are not consistently predictive of adherence, but social situational factors may create barriers to medication access and adherence^{[Krüsi 2010; Protopopescu 2009; Reif 2006; Royal 2009; Kagee 2010; Kalichman 2010]}
Family, peers, and other social resources offering regular support may facilitate adherence^{[Gonzalez 2004]}
Better adherence is associated with a consistent and convenient source of quality healthcare services and access to medications (Management Guidelines)^{[Thompson 2012]}