Psychosocial Factors Predict Medication Adherence in Young Adults with Youth-Onset Type 2 Diabetes: Longitudinal Results from the TODAY2 iCount Study.

Paula M TriefDiane UschnerSeth KalichmanBarbara J AndersonLida M FetteHui WenJane D BulgerRuth S Weinstock

Published in: Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association (2023)

Sub-optimal medication adherence, common in young adults with youth-onset type 2 diabetes, is predicted by interfering beliefs about medicines and social factors. We must address these beliefs and unmet needs to develop tailored interventions for this vulnerable group.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
young adults
mental health
physical activity
glycemic control
healthcare
insulin resistance
cross sectional