A group approach to the management of diabetes in adolescents and young adults

A group approach to the management of diabetes in adolescents and young adults. E Warren-Boulton , B J Anderson , N L Schwartz and A J Drexler Abstract An interdisciplinary team of health professionals developed a model treatment program to improve adherence, self-management, and metabolic control f...

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Published inDiabetes care Vol. 4; no. 6; pp. 620 - 623
Main Authors Warren-Boulton, E, Anderson, B J, Schwartz, N L, Drexler, A J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States American Diabetes Association 01.11.1981
Subjects
Adolescent
Adult
Attitude
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 - diagnosis
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 - psychology
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 - therapy
Female
Humans
Patient Care Team
Patient Compliance
Psychology, Adolescent
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Summary:A group approach to the management of diabetes in adolescents and young adults. E Warren-Boulton , B J Anderson , N L Schwartz and A J Drexler Abstract An interdisciplinary team of health professionals developed a model treatment program to improve adherence, self-management, and metabolic control for five inner city, black, young adult, diabetic women. Following an initial in-hospital evaluation, the staff met with the patients as a group once a month for 18 mo. The professional approach was suppurative and nonjudgmental to assist the group members in developing confidence and assuming responsibility for the successful management of their diabetes. Discussions covered the group's educational needs, insulin requirements, and psychosocial problems of adjusting to living with chronic disease. Analysis of clinical findings showed a significant improvement in plasma glucose, hemoglobin A1c, and cholesterol levels.
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ISSN:0149-5992
1935-5548
DOI:10.2337/diacare.4.6.620