Adjustment in Diabetic Adolescent Girls: II. Adjustment, Self-Esteem, and Depression in Diabetic Adolescent Girls

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The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, Beck Depression Inventory and Sullivan Diabetic Adjustment Scale were administered to 105 adolescent girls with diabetes. Levels of self-esteem and depression apparently correlated highly with the level of adjustment as assessed on the Diabetic Adjustment Scale (DAS). The adjustment of adolescent diabetic girls in peer and family relationships, dependence-independence conflicts and attitudes toward diabetes was significantly related to self-esteem; and the level of depression was significantly related to all these adjustment factors and body image. The usefulness of the DAS as a potential screening device for low self-esteem and depression in adolescent girls who have diabetes was noted. The importance of diabetes as a scapegoat for normal adolescent concerns is discussed. Depression in adolescents may be expressed through concerns about diabetes. The importance of exploring relationships with peers and fathers is emphasized.

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