title: Adolescent adherence in type 1 diabetes.
abstract: Adolescents with Type 1 diabetes have poorer glycemic control and more hypoglycemia than do adults. While physiologic reasons for these problems exist, the most common problems are failure to administer insulin, monitor glucose levels, and maintain an appropriate meal plan.
authors.affiliation: Section of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Ohio State University College of Public Health, Columbus Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH 43205, USA.
authors.forename: Robert P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: Hoffman
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D003922:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010349:Patient Compliance