Behavioral Approaches to Reduce Diabetes Distress in Adults With Type 1 Diabetes: A Pragmatic SMART

ReCharge is an emotions-focused intervention that utilizes core components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address and minimize diabetes distress. This 5-week, group-based, virtual intervention will include a stepwise process to address diabetes distress and provide opportunities to practice new skills. Weekly assignments between the sessions will reinforce class material and give additional practice opportunities. Participants will be expected to interact in each session and will have opportunities to share their experiences and be engaged in discussion with the group and the facilitator.

TakeCharge is a problem-solving focused intervention that empowers participants to identify and make meaningful changes in their blood glucose management and other diabetes-related behaviors. This 5-week, group-based, virtual intervention will include a stepwise process to analyze data and resolve challenging situations surrounding diabetes management and provide opportunities to practice new skills. Weekly assignments between the sessions will reinforce class material and give additional practice opportunities. Participants will be expected to interact in each session and will have opportunities to share their experiences and be engaged in discussion with the group and the facilitator.