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Identifying Factors Associated With Participation In T1d Support Program For Young Adults, Taylor L. Neher, Samuel D. Towne Jr., Sarah E. Toevs
Identifying Factors Associated With Participation In T1d Support Program For Young Adults, Taylor L. Neher, Samuel D. Towne Jr., Sarah E. Toevs
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Objective: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) has been shown to have a significant and stressful impact on an individual’s transition into young adulthood. Young adults are often experiencing new levels of independence and decision-making at this time. Insufficient research has been conducted on the use and impact of T1D support programs tailored to young adults in relation to the emotional impacts of the disease, access to programming, and desired outcomes of programs. his study assesses awareness, utilization, and emotional needs of T1D support programs tailored to young adults.
Research Design and Methods: A cross-sectional analysis was performed on surveys collected through …