Schwartz L S, Springer J, Flaherty J A, Kiani R
Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 1986 May;8(3):212-6. doi: 10.1016/0163-8343(86)90083-6.
This study evaluated objectively the relationship between recent life events, social support systems, and blood glucose control in diabetic patients using both short-term [fasting blood sugar (FBS)] and long-term [glycosylated hemoglobin (Hgb A-1C)] measures of control. We found that a higher number of life events was associated with a higher percentage of abnormal FBS and Hgb A-1C results, and that improved social support was associated with a smaller percentage of abnormal Hgb A-1C scores. These pilot findings are discussed in connection with a biopsychosocial approach to the understanding and management of diabetes mellitus.
