Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society of Behavioral Medicine
Positive affect predicts enhanced quality of life and glycemic outcomes in adolescents with type 1 diabetes
By Jayaram M, Davis C, Anifowoshe K and 2 others.
Abstract
Background
Adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) often face challenges with diabetes management and experience diabetes distress related to the burden of treatment. Positive affect, including feelings of enthusiasm, joy, and engagement, may play a role in improving health outcomes.
Purpose
This study aimed to identify demographic and clinical factors associated with positive affect in adolescents with T1D and assess the impact of adolescents' positive affect on glycemic outcomes and quality of life over time.
Methods
The current study is a longitudinal analysis of data from a multisite randomized controlled trial. Adolescents' self-reported positive affect was analyzed in relation to demographic variables, clinical outcomes, and diabetes-related quality of life over a 12-month period.