Relationship between anxiety and glycated hemoglobin in adolescents with type 1 diabetes

This study examines the correlations between physiological and psychological parameters in teenagers with type 1 diabetes. Notably, increased HbA1c levels, indicating poorer glycemic control, are significantly associated with heightened general and school-related anxiety. Such anxiety could stem from the daily pressures of disease management and fear of acute complications, particularly in school settings. Older teenagers and those with longer disease duration exhibit less frustration related to success, potentially due to improved coping mechanisms and disease familiarity. Moreover, higher HbA1c is linked to perceived lower physiological robustness. The study also finds that age inversely correlates with anxiety about teacher relationships, suggesting maturation reduces such concerns. These findings underscore the complex interplay between diabetes management, age, and psychological wellbeing in adolescents.