New program teaches teens with diabetes to talk to doctors and take charge
NCT ID NCT03734107
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a program called PREP-DC that teaches teens and young adults with type 1 diabetes how to communicate better with their doctors and get ready for adult diabetes care. 52 participants aged 17-23 were split into two groups: one received the program, the other got standard care. Researchers tracked blood sugar levels, clinic visits, and self-care habits to see if the program helps during this tricky transition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Behavioral intervention (PREP-DC: Plan, Reflect, and Engage with Providers for Diabetes Care)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this program could help teens with type 1 diabetes manage their care better and have smoother transitions to adult clinics, potentially improving blood sugar control.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 52 participants. The intervention is behavioral, so results may vary widely and may not apply to everyone. It does not test a drug or cure.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Children's National Health System
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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