Table 3. Frequency of self-management components of included interventions.

Components	Number of studies in which this strategy is mentioned N (%)
Providing knowledge about condition or treatment	58 (100.0)
Stimulation of physical activity	27 (47.4)
Enhancing problem-solving and/ or decision-making skills	27 (47.4)
Self-treatment through use of self-management or action plan	26 (45.6)
Active stimulation of symptom monitoring	25 (43.9)
Emotional coping with condition or stress management	25 (43.9)
Enhancing dietary intake	24 (42.1)
Medication management or adherence	21 (36.8)
Encouraging use of other health services or support resources	13 (22.8)
Enhancing smoking cessation	13 (22.8)