Latent classifications of parental involvement in diabetes management for youth with type 1 diabetes: A randomized clinical trial.

Objective: Understanding how parent-child relationships influence diabetes management in youth with type 1 diabetes is critical for minimizing the risk of short- and long-term complications. We examined how classes of diabetes-specific parenting behaviors are associated with disease management and well-being for youth with type 1 diabetes.

Research Design And Methods: The Family Management of Diabetes clinical trial tested the efficacy of a 2-year behavioral intervention for families of youth with type 1 diabetes.