Randomized Trial of a Positive Psychology Intervention for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes.

ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effects of a positive psychology intervention for adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) on adherence, glycemic control, and quality of life. METHODS:Adolescents with T1D (n = 120) and their caregivers were randomized to either an Education (EDU) (n = 60) or Positive Affect (PA) intervention (n = 60). Adolescents in the PA group received the intervention reminders (gratitude, self-affirmation, parental affirmation, and small gifts) via text messages or phone calls over 8 weeks. Questionnaires were completed by adolescents and caregivers and clinical data (glucometer and HbA1c) were collected at baseline 3 and 6 months. Data were analyzed using generalized linear modeling. RESULTS:After adjusting for covariates, adolescents in the PA group demonstrated significant

SUBMITTER: Jaser SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6681471 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature