Can family help control diabetes? new study tests a team approach

NCT ID NCT05905575

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Ohio State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a program where African American adults with type 2 diabetes and a family member work together to manage the condition. The program focuses on daily self-care, healthy eating, walking, and better communication. Researchers want to see if it improves blood sugar control and quality of life compared to usual care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Family dyad diabetes intervention (behavioral program)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective, family-based approach to improve diabetes control and quality of life for African American adults.
What could go wrong: This is an early-phase trial with a small sample, so results may not apply widely. The behavioral intervention may not produce lasting changes in blood sugar or health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DIABETES MELLITUS, TYPE 2

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Ohio State University College of Nursing

Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States

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