Type 1 Diabetes: Management, Adherence, and the Role of Psychology (Friday Colloquium, May 12 2017, 12 pm, Communicore C1-4)
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University of Florida Department of Clinical & Health Psychology Intern Research Series |
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When and Where: Friday Colloquium, May 12, 2017 ~ 12:00 PM, Communicore Room C1-4 |
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Title: Type 1 Diabetes: Management, Adherence, and the Role of Psychology |
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Speakers: Sarah C. Westen, MS |
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Summary: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic autoimmune disease commonly diagnosed in childhood. Treatment involves complex daily management of blood glucose levels which includes repetitive glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting, and insulin dose adjustment; given this, adherence to treatment is often suboptimal. This talk will describe the complex treatment regimen and discuss psychology’s role in pediatric T1D treatment and research.. |
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For questions regarding Friday Colloquia please contact marsiske@phhp.ufl.edu |