Types of Social Support Offered Through a Virtual Peer Support Network in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (7) ◽  
pp. S3
Author(s):  
Nancy Wu ◽  
Susan Wang ◽  
Anne-Sophie Brazeau ◽  
Elham Rahme ◽  
Meranda Nakhla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Support Network

scholarly journals Significance of family and peer support for metabolic control of type 1 diabetes in adolescents

Psihologija ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 42 (4) ◽  
pp. 505-515
Author(s):  
Dusanka Djurovic ◽  
Dragan Katanic ◽  
Jovan Vlaski
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Metabolic Control ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Chronic Complications ◽  
Good Metabolic Control ◽  
Significant Difference

The aim of the paper was to explore the significance of family and peer support for metabolic control of Type 1 diabetes in adolescents. Metabolic control refers to maintenance of acceptable blood glucose level thus diminishing risk for chronic complications. It involves regular insulin shots, measuring blood glucose and keeping diary, as the daily based self-control. Regular visits to endocrinologist and screening for chronic complications are compulsory. The sample comprised 79 adolescents age 10-17 years with diagnose of Type 1 diabetes and properly treated at the institute. The sample was divided in two groups - with good (N=40) and poor (N=39) metabolic control. A criterium for good metabolic control was glycosilated hemoglobin less than 7,6%. Social support was measured by Social Support Scale consisting of two parts - the first for estimation of registered family support (based upon modified Perceived Social Support Family Scale) and the second for estimation of registered friends' support (modified Perceived Social Support Friend Scale). Adolescents with good metabolic control referred statistically more significant social support in the family, unlike the group with poor metabolic control. Considering peer social support, there was no statistically significant difference. Positive family history for diabetes also appeared to be directly linked to good metabolic control.

scholarly journals Egocentric network characteristics of persons with Type 1 Diabetes and their relationships to perceived social support and well-being

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tian Cheyne ◽  
Michael A. Smith ◽  
Thomas Victor Pollet
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Support Networks ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Contact Network ◽  
Social Support Networks

Objectives: The size of one's support network is positively related to health and well-being. It is therefore important to understand this association in people with Type 1 diabetes, which is hitherto unknown. Moreover, the type of support (emotional, instrumental, informational) offered likely varies by gender of both the person seeking support and offering support. We thus examine the relationship between the composition of (perceived) social support networks and well-being in a sample of 121 persons with Type 1 diabetes. Design: An egocentric social network survey, combined with survey measures. Main outcome(s): The size and composition of support networks and well-being. Measures: Participants indicated the type of support individuals in their contact network offered and their gender, alongside measures of perceived social support and well-being. They indicated which individuals offered which types of support (emotional, instrumental, informational). Results: Perceived support was associated with the actual size of the emotional support network. Further, the size of the emotional support network was associated with well-being. Using multilevel models we examined assortment by gender in social support networks. Compared to women, men were more inclined to list the opposite gender as support, especially for emotional and informational support. Conclusion: Mapping out an individual’s multidimensional support network paints a more complete picture of support than single item measures of support. Our findings suggest further avenues for studying the support networks of people with Type 1 diabetes.

scholarly journals Erratum: Disparities in Social Support for Youths With Type 1 Diabetes. Clinical Diabetes 2015;33:62–69: FIGURE 2.

2015 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 159-159
Author(s):  
Ashby F. Walker ◽  
Desmond A. Schatz ◽  
Cathryn Johnson ◽  
Janet H. Silverstein ◽  
Henry J. Rohrs
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Clinical Diabetes

Analyzing Online Social Support Within the Type 1 Diabetes Community

2018 ◽  
pp. 59-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristin G. Maki ◽  
Aisha K. O'Mally
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Informational Support ◽  
Online Social Support ◽  
Social Media Platforms

Social support has been linked with many health outcomes, ranging from heart disease to depression. Although its importance has been recognized, less is known about how individuals with chronic illnesses may use social media to provide and seek social support. This chapter's focus is on the way in which people with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) use social media to provide and solicit social support. A mixed-methods approach is utilized. First, posts from two social media platforms were qualitatively content analyzed. Second, the data were quantitatively analyzed to provide a finer-grained understanding of the messages. The results show informational support as the most prevalent on both sites, although there are some differences in content and use. This chapter's implications highlight the importance of social media as a conduit for social support among caregivers and individuals affected by T1D.

scholarly journals O4-05-05: SOCIAL SUPPORT AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION IN TYPE 1 DIABETES: FINDINGS FROM THE STUDY OF LONGEVITY IN DIABETES (SOLID) STUDY

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. P1244-P1244
Author(s):  
Laura Kate Farnsworth ◽  
Paola Gilsanz ◽  
Mary E. Lacy ◽  
Andrew J. Karter ◽  
Chloe W. Eng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Cognitive Function

Quality of Life in Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes Who Participate in Diabetes Camp

2006 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth Cheung ◽  
Virginia Young Cureton ◽  
Daryl L. Canham
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Area Of Interest ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Complex Diabetes ◽  
Diabetes Camp

Quality of life in adolescents with Type 1 diabetes is a growing area of interest in pediatric research. The complex diabetes regimen imposes challenges for an adolescent. Adolescents diagnosed with diabetes are a group that appears to be at risk for having a poor health-related quality of life. Although research supports the positive relationship of social support and well-being in adolescents, there are few studies discussing quality of life in adolescents that are based on the factor of social support. This study compared the quality of life in adolescents with Type 1 diabetes who have attended at least one diabetes camp to the quality of life of those who have never attended diabetes camp. Results provided evidence of the value of social support.

Strengthening Social Support: Health Professionals' Views of the Health Care Needs of Adolescent Mothers

2006 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Breheny ◽  
Christine Stephens
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Support Groups ◽  
Adolescent Mothers ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Care Needs ◽  
Organisational Support ◽  
Professional Perspective

AbstractHealth care and health outcomes for adolescent mothers and their children may be a result of a complex interaction between socioeconomic, psychological, and familial factors. To examine a health professional perspective on the important issues in providing health care for adolescent mothers, transcripts of seventeen interviews with health professionals were analysed. Social support was considered an important aspect influencing the health of adolescent mothers and their children. This included family support, peer support and organisational support. Opportunities for health professionals to promote good social support for young mothers include role modelling supportive care and supporting adolescents' decision making, providing referrals to peer support groups, and understanding barriers to accessing organisational support. The best outcome for adolescent mothers is when their role as mother is supported by the family and wider support network.

Development and Psychometric Testing of the Peer-Mentor Support Scale for Parents of Children With Type 1 Diabetes and for Youths With Type 1 Diabetes

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 191-196
Author(s):  
Susan Sullivan-Bolyai ◽  
Carol Bova ◽  
Kimberly Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Varimax Rotation ◽  
Peer Mentor ◽  
Validity Assessment ◽  
Mentor Support

Purpose The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Peer-Mentor Support Scale (PMSS), a measure of peer-mentor support provided to parents of children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and to youths with T1D. Methods A multistage process was undertaken to include the following: item construction based on qualitive data from those who have experienced peer-mentor support, cognitive interviewing with parents and youths, content validity assessment, pilot testing of the scale, and psychometric evaluation of the PMSS with 165 participants. Results The final version of the PMSS included 17 items, scored on a 4-point Likert scale, with higher scores corresponding with greater peer-mentor support. The Cronbach’s alpha was .85 (n = 165), and the intraclass correlation coefficient was .78 (n = 38). No significant relationship was found between the PMSS score and general social support, suggesting that peer-mentor support is distinct from general social support. Principal components factor analysis with varimax rotation was performed, indicating that the scale was unidimensional and explained 59.3% of the variance in peer-mentor support. Conclusion The PMSS is a reliable and valid 17-item instrument that can be used to measure the unique contributions of peer mentorship for parents of children with T1DM and for youths with T1DM.

scholarly journals Peer Support Through a Diabetes Social Media Community

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 493-497 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerie Gavrila ◽  
Ashley Garrity ◽  
Emily Hirschfeld ◽  
Breann Edwards ◽  
Joyce M. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Peer Support ◽  
Online Community ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Technical Support ◽  
Group Interview ◽  
Medical Support ◽  
Online Group

Background: Caregivers and individuals living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who are members of CGM in the Cloud, a Facebook group associated with the Nightscout Project, were interviewed to assess how the online community impacted peer support. Methods: Semistructured qualitative interviews were conducted with caregivers and patients who are part of CGM in the Cloud Facebook group. Interview transcripts were analyzed to identify various themes related to peer support in the online group. Results: Members of the CGM in the Cloud Facebook group identified peer support through giving and receiving technical, emotional, and medical support, as well as giving back to the larger community by paying it forward. Peer support also extended beyond the online forum, connecting people in person, whether they were local or across the country. Conclusions: An online community can provide many avenues for peer support through emotional and technical support, as well as serve as a tool of empowerment. The community as a whole also had a spirit of altruism that bolstered confidence in others as well as those who paid it forward.

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