Improving diabetes management for young adults through telehealth support
Evaluation of a Complex Behavioral Intervention for Young Adults with Diabetes: The Resilient, Empowered, Active Living-Telehealth (REAL-T) Study
This study is testing a friendly online program called REAL-T to help young adults with type 1 diabetes better manage their health and feel good mentally, while also figuring out how well it works over six months.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10542832 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping young adults with type 1 diabetes improve their self-management and psychosocial well-being through a telehealth program called REAL-T. The program aims to enhance glycemic control and address the unique challenges faced by this age group, such as transitioning to adult healthcare and managing lifestyle changes. Participants will engage in a six-month behavioral intervention designed to support their diabetes care and mental health. The study will also explore how effective the intervention is over time and what factors contribute to its success.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 30 who have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with type 1 diabetes or are outside the age range of 18 to 30 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diabetes management and improved quality of life for young adults with type 1 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral interventions can be effective in improving diabetes management, making this approach promising yet tailored for young adults.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pyatak, Elizabeth F — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Pyatak, Elizabeth F
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.