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14th National Conference of the PCDS

The key learning points and their application to practice from the broad range of topics presented at the conference.

3 May 2019

Empowerment of young people with diabetes: A patient’s perspective

Isobel Fazakerley compares two clinics she attended and shows how even small differences in the way that clinics and consultations are operated can have great effects on the empowerment of young people with diabetes.

26 Feb 2019

Young people’s views on psychological therapy within an outpatient paediatric diabetes service

A qualitative study investigating the experiences of adolescents with type 1 diabetes who receive psychological therapy, and what they think is helpful in bringing about change.

26 Feb 2019

Language matters in successful communication

As the language used in interactions with patients can have a significant impact on how they perceive their condition, Diabetes UK has published a position statement addressing how healthcare professionals should use verbal and written language to build confidence, educate and help improve self-care in individuals who have diabetes. The charity facilitated a working group representing people with diabetes and key organisations to review the use of language. This group developed a set of principles, along with several illustrative examples, to guide healthcare professionals, with the goal of improving interactions with those living with diabetes.

10 Feb 2019

When diabetes is diagnosed: How to use the grief cycle to provide emotional support

Advice for healthcare professionals on how to help people come to terms with a diagnosis of diabetes.

18 Nov 2018

The Diabetes Multidisciplinary Team: Psychologists in diabetes care

An exploration of the range of support that psychologists can offer primary care professionals that can lead to improved medical outcomes.

11 Oct 2018

What people with diabetes are reading: The 8-Week Blood Sugar Diet

The rationale behind this popular diet and how those who are following it can be supported to lose weight and improve their diabetes control.

31 May 2018

A fresh approach to dietary advice

How discussing food choices in diabetes reviews can have positive effects on weight and glucose control.

31 May 2018

The role of a healthy-eating educational module during Ramadan in a community health centre

The impact of an educational module and individual follow-up on adherence to a healthy diet, medication use and glucose levels during Ramadan in a community setting.

29 May 2018

The impact of type 2 diabetes diagnosis on married couples

Diabetes is a heavy burden for patients and their caregivers. This study explores the impact and meaning of diagnosis from the perspective of patients and their spouses.

29 May 2018

Integrated care: evaluation of patient satisfaction with education provided by the diabetes specialist nurse

The impact of education on patients’ understanding of their condition, their confidence, motivation to manage their diabetes and any planned changes to lifestyle.

29 May 2018

Non-hunger eating: The Eating Blueprint approach, part 6

Jen Nash presents the sixth and final part of her series of tips and strategies to address emotional eating.

2 Mar 2018

Non-hunger eating: The Eating Blueprint approach, part 5

Jen Nash presents the fifth part of her series of tips and strategies to address emotional eating.

29 Nov 2017

Evaluating the Tree of Life project: An innovative way of engaging children and young people with type 1 diabetes

11 Oct 2017

Non-hunger eating: The Eating Blueprint approach, part 4

Jen Nash presents the fourth part of her series of tips and strategies to address emotional eating.

25 Sep 2017

Resilience, stress and perceptions of school-based support for young people managing diabetes in school

The role of perceived support in building personal resilience.

25 Sep 2017

Non-hunger eating: The Eating Blueprint approach, part 3

Jen Nash presents the third part of her series of tips and strategies to address emotional eating.

8 Jun 2017

Clinic appointment reminders and their effect on attendance rates and HbA 1c in a paediatric diabetes clinic

1 Dec 2016

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