Dialectical Behavioural Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes
Trial Summary
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on a therapy program for diabetes management, so it's best to discuss your medications with the trial coordinators.
While there is no direct evidence for Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) in treating type 2 diabetes, similar therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) have been shown to help improve psychological outcomes and glycemic control in people with diabetes. This suggests that DBT, which shares some principles with CBT, might also be beneficial.
12345Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) is unique for type 2 diabetes as it focuses on emotional regulation and mindfulness, which can help patients manage stress and emotional eating, unlike traditional treatments that primarily focus on diet and medication.
24567Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for First Nations adolescents aged 14-17 with Type 2 Diabetes. It includes those interested in a program combining Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and traditional medicine. Caregivers may also participate. Youth not within the age range or without Type 2 Diabetes are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a 90-minute DBT skills training session every week for 16 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including qualitative interviews
Optional Extension
Participants may opt into additional modules incorporating traditional Indigenous medicines and knowledge
Participant Groups
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy is already approved in United States, Canada, European Union for the following indications:
- Borderline personality disorder
- Suicidal ideation
- Self-harm
- Emotional dysregulation
- Borderline personality disorder
- Suicidal ideation
- Self-harm
- Emotional dysregulation
- Type 2 diabetes (pilot intervention)
- Borderline personality disorder
- Suicidal ideation
- Self-harm
- Emotional dysregulation