Abstract:Purpose: A diagnosis of T1D is often associated with increased youth and parental distress as families learn to manage complex daily diabetes tasks and navigate glycemic fluctuations. This study sought to capture the early experiences of families following initial diagnosis, specifically focusing on its psychosocial impact.
Method: Eight children (8-12; M=9.0; SD=1.3), 12 teenagers (13-17; M=14.7; SD=1.9) with T1D and 31 parents of youth ages 3-17 diagnosed with T1D were surveyed two weeks follo… Show more
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