Study protocol of Diabetes LEAP: a longitudinal study examining emotional problems in adolescents with type 1 diabetes and their parents/caregivers

• Main Authors: Giesje Nefs (Author), Linh Nguyen (Author), Per Winterdijk (Author), Esther Hartman (Author), Theo Sas (Author), Roos Nuboer (Author), Ineke De Kruijff (Author), Willie Bakker-van Waarde (Author), Henk-Jan Aanstoot (Author), Frans Pouwer (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic metabolic condition requiring intensive daily self-care to avoid both high and low blood glucose levels. Self-care and glycemic outcomes are particularly problematic in adolescence, a period known for its increased risk of emotional problems. Ho...