This group brings together professionals passionate about integrating mental health support into diabetes management to improve overall well-being and outcomes for young people with diabetes. It aims to provide a place for mental and behavioral health-specific networking, a forum for discussing relevant topics, and a portal to share resources and ideas. The group is open to all members working in pediatric diabetes with an interest in mental and behavioral health.
Benefits of joining
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of professionals who share a commitment to mental health and diabetes care.
- Professional Development: Access to educational resources, training programs, and research opportunities that support career growth.
- Collaborative Projects: Participate in innovative research projects and initiatives that address key challenges in diabetes care.
- Leadership Experience: Engage in leadership roles within the group, contributing to the development and execution of various projects and activities.
Activities
- Research Initiatives: Engage in research projects focused on the psychological and emotional needs of children and adolescents with diabetes.
- Educational Programs: Develop and disseminate educational materials and guidelines for healthcare professionals, patients, and families.
- Best Practices Promotion: Identify and promote best practices in integrating mental health support into diabetes care.
- Collaborative Efforts: Work with other ISPAD committees and international societies to integrate mental health initiatives and support global educational efforts.
Expectations for members
- Active Participation: Engage in regular meetings, discussions, and activities organized by the Mental Health SIG.
- Research Involvement: Contribute to research projects by submitting proposals, participating in surveys, and collaborating with other members.
- Content Development: Assist in creating and sharing content for social media, newsletters, and other communication channels.
- Advocacy and Outreach: Support advocacy initiatives aimed at improving diabetes care and education for young people.
Useful Publications
- Delamater AM, de Wit M, McDarby V, Malik J, Acerini CL., ISPAD Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines 2014 - Chapter 16: Psychological issues, Published in Pediatric Diabetes 2014: 15(Suppl. 20): 232-244
- Deborah Young-Hyman, Mary de Groot, Felicia Hill-Briggs, Jeffrey S. Gonzalez, Korey Hood, and Mark Peyro, Psychosocial Care for People With Diabetes: A Position Statement of the American Diabetes Association, Diabetes Care 2016
- Jane K. Dickinson, Susan J. Guzman, Melinda D. Maryniuk, Catherine A. O’Brian, Jane K. Kadohiro, Richard A. Jackson, Nancy D’Hondt, Brenda Montgomery, Kelly L. Close, and Martha M. Funnell, T he Use of Language in Diabetes Care and Education , Diabetes Care 2017, https://doi.org/10.2337/dci17-0041
Third-party Publications
- Diabetes Care - American Diabestes Association
- American Psychology Association Div 54: Society of Pediatric Psychology, Diabetes SIG: https://sppdiabetes.weebly.com
- Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes: https://www.psadgroup.org/
- American Diabetes Association Behavioral Health Resources: Behavioral Health Resources | American Diabetes Association
- Diabetes Australia fact sheets: Diabetes fact sheets | Diabetes Australia
- For kids and teens: Kids and teens living with diabetes - Diabetes Australia
