9.6 mental health comorbidity and youth-onset type 2 diabetes: a systematic review of the literature

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a burgeoning epidemic in children and adolescents. Studies have shown that T2D doubles the risk of depression in adults and that mental health comorbidity may impact outcomes of this chronic disease. However, there is limited research on the impact of anxiety and depression on youth with T2D. This systematic review assessed the current state of science regarding mental health comorbidity and youth with T2D.
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Source Type: research