First published Wednesday 3 April 2024.
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PARTICIPANTS NEEDED:
The researchers at the Rio Tinto Children’s Diabetes Centre are exploring the needs of young people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to be physically active. We are looking for adolescents with T1D to help us design a program that will encourage engagement in physical activity, regardless of how engaged they currently are.
Study: Developing an exercise intervention to improve mental health outcomes for adolescents with type 1 diabetes
Why are we doing the study?
We know that physical activity is important for physical and mental health and well-being for young people living withT1D. After talking to young people with T1D we also know that it is challenging to manage blood glucose levels during physical activity. The current exercise guidelines available vary and are challenging to follow.
Who can participate?
We are looking for:
How can I find out more?
For more informtaion: Participant information sheet
Email diabetes.research@health.wa.gov.au or call 6456 4610 to talk to a member of the research team.
First published Wednesday 3 April 2024.