The prevalence of depression among parents of children/adolescents with type 1 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Emerging research indicates that depression among parents of children/adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) has increased significantly. However, the prevalence rates reported by different studies vary substantially.

Methods

Seven databases were systematically searched (Pubmed, Embase, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, PsycInfo) from the inception to 15th October 2022. We pooled prevalence rates from each study with a random-effect model. We conducted a stratified meta-analysis to identify the potential sources of heterogeneity among studies. The GRADE (Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations) approach was utilized to evaluate the quality of evidence.

Results

Twenty-two studies were included, with a to

SUBMITTER: Chen Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10014558 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature