Association Between Psychosocial Acuity and Glycemic Control in a Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes Clinic.
Joseph WardellDana AlbrightClaire ChangMelissa A PlegueJung Eun LeeEmily HirschfeldAshley GarrityJoyce M LeeMelissa J DeJonckheerePublished in: The science of diabetes self-management and care (2024)
In a real-world clinical population, psychosocial acuity was associated with glycemic control. Presenting for psychosocial issues in their diabetes clinic was associated with reduced glycemic control among youth with T1D. There is an opportunity to connect pediatric patients with appropriate mental health services and psychosocial supports.