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Couples Managing Type 1 Diabetes Using Diabetes Technology.

Nancy A AllenMichelle L LitchmanSarah NellerEunjin L TracyRobert G Kent de GreyErnest GrigorianVicki S HelgesonCynthia A Berg
Published in: Diabetes spectrum : a publication of the American Diabetes Association (2021)
Overall, couples perceived diabetes technology as having a positive effect on their relationship by increasing collaboration, promoting communication, and reducing diabetes burden and vigilance. Technology also was perceived to increase relationship tension, lifestyle inconveniences, and positive/negative responses regarding sleep and alarms. Involvement of spouses in diabetes technology education should be considered.
Keyphrases
  • type diabetes
  • glycemic control
  • cardiovascular disease
  • physical activity
  • social support
  • depressive symptoms
  • mental health
  • metabolic syndrome
  • insulin resistance
  • weight loss
  • risk factors