Diabetes Research I

Catalog description

This course sequence provides intensive exposure to psychosocial research and behavioral science related to the prevention and control of diabetes mellitus. Course Objectives: Through a research seminar with group discussion of assigned readings, students will receive training in the physiology of diabetes, current treatment paradigms, problems related to prevention and control of diabetes, with a focus on treatment adherence and self-management among adults living with diabetes. Seminars will also cover mental health and quality of life in diabetes. Readings will range from psychological theory, clinical trials of diabetes treatments and prevention interventions, and clinical and research controversies. Students will be trained to develop research proposals in the field of behavioral research in diabetes and other illnesses, as relevant to the activities of Dr. Gonzalez's research lab. Students will present their research proposals and receive feedback from their fellow students and Dr. Gonzalez. Students are expected to enhance their research presentation and conceptualization skills. Participation in ongoing research projects, under Dr. Gonzalez's supervision is an additional required component of this course. Through this experience, students will develop competence in the ethical and effective conduct of health psychology research in diabetes and other chronic illnesses.