Here for You: A Review of Social Support Research in Young Adults With Diabetes
Samantha A. Carreon, Brenda Duran, Tricia S. Tang, Randi Streisand, Barbara J. Anderson, Sarah K. Lyons, Siripoom McKay, Marisa E. Hilliard
Abstract
Living with and managing diabetes is challenging during young adulthood, and social support may help relieve or minimize the burdens young adults with diabetes experience. This article reviews the types and sources of support young adults with diabetes receive and their associations with behavioral, psychosocial, and glycemic outcomes. Intervention research integrating social support and future directions for care are discussed.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePsychosocialSocial supportGlycemicDiabetes mellitusIntervention (counseling)GerontologyYoung adultPsychiatryPsychotherapistPsychologyEndocrinologyDiabetes Management and ResearchAdolescent and Pediatric HealthcareDiabetes Management and Education