Diabetes at Camp: Basics-Diabetes at Camp: Psychosocial Screening and Management

Diabetes at Camp: Psychosocial Screening and Management

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The document discusses psychosocial screening and management of children with Type 1 Diabetes at Camp. It outlines the importance of identifying behavioral needs through the review of camp applications, utilizing screening tools for emotional and behavioral needs identification, and common issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and disordered eating behaviors in youth with T1D. It emphasizes the need for screening tools like the Youth Pediatric Symptom Checklist and Ask Suicide-Screening Questionnaire to support campers effectively. The text includes case studies highlighting scenarios that may require screening and appropriate actions based on the results, such as addressing children with depression symptoms, behavioral issues, or suicidal ideation. It stresses the significance of having a safety plan, involving healthcare professionals in the screening process, and communicating concerns with parents and the medical team for adequate support. Overall, the document underlines the importance of addressing psychosocial aspects of children with T1D at camp to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all campers.

Keywords

psychosocial screening

children with Type 1 Diabetes

Camp

behavioral needs

emotional needs

depression

anxiety

ADHD

disordered eating behaviors

Youth Pediatric Symptom Checklist