Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness

Effects of a Psychoeducational Group on Mood and Glycemic Control in Adults with Diabetes and Visual Impairments


Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of a 12-week psychoeducational group therapy program in improving mood and glycemic control in adults with diabetes and visual impairments. The participants made statistically significant gains in glycemic control, and there was a significant positive relationship between control and improvement in depression, but greater knowledge of diabetes self-care did not correlate with improved glycemic control.


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