(763,1,'2017-10-11 15:17:21','2017-10-11 15:17:21','<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">MyT1DHero Mobile App Study Participation Information</h2>\r\nThis study is to test a self-management mobile phone app for kids with type 1 diabetes and their parents.\r\n<h4><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-670 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/placeit5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /><strong>Contact Katie to enroll! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>\r\n<h3><strong>What is the MyT1DHero App?</strong></h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is a mobile phone app that connects kids with T1D to their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\r\n\r\nThis mobile app links parents and kids by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage T1D.\r\n\r\nThe main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the child and increase positive health outcomes.\r\n\r\nThis research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n<h3><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nKids who:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have a T1D diagnosis according to ADA guidelines</li>\r\n 	<li>Are 10-15 years old</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had T1D for at least 6 months</li>\r\n 	<li>Have an A1c greater than 7</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had at least 2 outpatient visits in the past 2 years</li>\r\n 	<li>Willing to have two HbA1c tests done at a Sparrow Lab</li>\r\n 	<li>Are fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have a parent/guardian willing to participate</li>\r\n 	<li>Are allowed to use a mobile phone for the study</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAdditionally, the parent participating must:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have an adolescent 10-15 years old with T1D</li>\r\n 	<li>Be willing to travel to a Sparrow lab two times</li>\r\n 	<li>Be fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have daily access to email and the internet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3><strong>What Will You Do If You Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nThe study lasts for 3 months:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Visit 1 is the enrollment meeting and acts as the start of the study (this is an in-person meeting)\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sign consent forms and other paperwork</li>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Borrow a phone if needed*</li>\r\n 	<li>Get started using the app</li>\r\n 	<li>Go to a Sparrow Lab for an HbA1c test</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2A is the end of app use\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys online</li>\r\n 	<li>Phone interviews</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Return borrowed phones</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2B is the final HbA1c test\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This must be done at a Sparrow Lab</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n*Participants who do not have a phone or who have an iPhone will be provided an Android phone with service for the study period.\r\n<h4><strong>Do you have any questions or are you interested in participating? 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Contact Katie! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>','Study Participation Information','','inherit','closed','closed','','755-revision-v1','','','2017-10-11 15:18:06','2017-10-11 15:18:06','',755,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2017/10/11/755-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(778,1,'2017-12-06 13:19:07','2017-12-06 13:19:07','<h3>By: Christina Sebert, T1D Mom</h3>\r\n“BEEP. BEEP. BEEP.” The sound is Briana’s Dexcom alarm alerting me that her blood sugar is low. Briana has type 1 diabetes and the Dexcom helps us manage her blood sugar.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_780\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-780 size-medium\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Sierra-checking-sugars-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /> Sierra helping check her sister\'s blood sugar[/caption]\r\n\r\nBefore my feet make it to the floor, I hear the shuffle of little feet and Briana’s two-year-old sister, Sierra, exclaim, “Uh, oh! Bonna’s low! She needs to eat!” Despite only being two years old, her sister is on top of it. She runs past me, grabs the glucometer off the counter and runs back to the playroom where Briana and their brother Brayden are watching T.V.\r\n\r\nWhen I get into the playroom, I see Sierra is ready to help. I let her place the test strip in the meter and collect the blood with it. Then watch her eagerly await the numbers to pop up on the meter screen, so she can try to read them off. I honestly believe my two-year old is learning her numbers by reading off her older sister’s blood sugars.\r\n\r\n“Eighty-six. Bonna needs to eat,” she exclaims as she wipes her older sister’s finger off with a tissue. Sometimes, I think Sierra understands diabetes more than her less-than-interested older sister who actually has it. “She needs a Go-Gurt,” Sierra concludes as she rushes out of the room to the refrigerator.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_781\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"213\"]<img class=\"wp-image-781 size-medium\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Diabetes-chart-with-Sierra-scribbles-e1512566125849-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /> Sierra\'s tracking of her sisters blood sugar numbers[/caption]\r\n\r\nThis scenario occurs frequently. As a parent of a child with type 1 diabetes, similar to many of you reading this story, I am often exhausted by the management. Especially with younger children who can’t or aren’t quite ready to do it themselves. Although I am fortunate to be able to stay home and take care of our kids, my husband works two jobs which both require weekends and overnights. This places a lot of responsibility on me. Just my type 1’s care alone can fill the day and night: communicating with secretaries at school throughout the day to treat blood sugars, counting carbs, measuring, weighing and cooking meals, administering insulin, night time corrections followed by nighttime feedings, the list is endless. Having Sierra to help, even though she is so little, eases the burden just a little especially when my husband can’t be there. She may not fully understand what her big sister is going through, but Sierra knows what needs to be done and is happy to assist. She considers herself in charge of monitoring and she can easily pull up the app on my phone, read off the numbers (with some help) and even tell me which way blood sugars are trending. On the diabetes home log, you’ll find Sierra’s scribbles at the bottom where she has “charted” all her big sister’s numbers.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_779\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"262\"]<img class=\"wp-image-779 size-medium\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Sisters-e1512566321412-262x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"262\" height=\"300\" /> Briana and her sister Sierra[/caption]\r\n\r\nAlthough Briana is not as motivated to manage her diabetes care right now, seeing her face light up when her little sister is fumbling with her meter or giggling as Sierra is yelling through the house about checking sugars or getting something to eat, gives me hope. Sierra helps make this T1D life just a little bit easier, a little bit less stressful and brings us all a little bit closer. There is a saying that sisters are like angels, they sparkle twinkle and glow, they are the greatest gifts our hearts will ever know. It warms my heart to know that they have each other!','Sierra the T1D Sister Superhero','','publish','open','open','','sierra-the-t1d-sister-superhero','','','2017-12-06 13:19:07','2017-12-06 13:19:07','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=778',0,'post','',0),(779,1,'2017-12-06 13:12:19','2017-12-06 13:12:19','','Sisters!','','inherit','open','closed','','sisters','','','2017-12-06 13:12:19','2017-12-06 13:12:19','',778,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Sisters.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(780,1,'2017-12-06 13:12:24','2017-12-06 13:12:24','','Sierra checking sugars','','inherit','open','closed','','sierra-checking-sugars','','','2017-12-06 13:12:24','2017-12-06 13:12:24','',778,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Sierra-checking-sugars.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(767,1,'2017-11-06 16:09:45','2017-11-06 16:09:45','Type 1 diabetes (T1D) impacts more than half a million kids age 0-14 worldwide. Unlike type 2 diabetes, it has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. T1D is an autoimmune disease and management is extremely complex. Kids with T1D and their parents that care for them are truly heroes with special superpowers that help them combat T1D difficulties every minute of every day.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/bree-holtz\">Bree Holtz</a>, assistant professor in the <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/advertising-public-relations\">Department of Advertising and Public Relations</a>, and her team of MSU researchers hope to spread awareness of these extraordinary families through their Celebrate the Superhero in You social media campaign that runs the month of November for <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/american-diabetes-month/?referrer=https://www.google.com\">Diabetes Awareness Month</a>. They are asking for all those impacted by T1D in some way to share a photo of their T1D fighting superpower and they will share it on their social media.\r\n\r\n“The goal is to bring attention not only to diabetes in general, but to educate the public on the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and highlight the kids in an uplifting way for their fierce courage of facing the extreme demands of managing type 1 diabetes,” said Holtz.\r\n\r\nSparrow Hospital’s Julie Dunneback, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE, a nurse practitioner in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic and member of the research team is a big supporter of this campaign.\r\n\r\n“Families that persist every day in providing the complicated management of type 1 diabetes are truly superheroes,\" said Dunneback. \"This campaign is aimed at supporting them and sharing their stories, as well as raising awareness about diabetes in our community.  This is a fun idea and it is so important to remind families that we recognize their day to day struggles and triumphs with T1D.\"\r\n\r\nT1D families are encouraged to contact Katie Murray with the MyT1DHero team with a photo of their T1D superhero powers (murra172@msu.edu) or use the hashtag #MyT1DHero on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.\r\n\r\nCheck out our heroes:\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-769\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kerri-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-770\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Maci-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-771\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jessica-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-773\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bree-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-768\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Julie-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-772\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Katie-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-776\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Mike-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />','November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Celebrate the Superhero in You','','publish','open','open','','november-is-diabetes-awareness-month-celebrate-the-superhero-in-you','','','2017-11-08 14:04:20','2017-11-08 14:04:20','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=767',0,'post','',0),(768,1,'2017-11-06 16:06:44','2017-11-06 16:06:44','','Julie MyT1DHero','','inherit','open','closed','','julie-myt1dhero','','','2017-11-06 16:06:44','2017-11-06 16:06:44','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Julie-MyT1DHero.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(769,1,'2017-11-06 16:06:50','2017-11-06 16:06:50','','Kerri MyT1DHero','','inherit','open','closed','','kerri-myt1dhero','','','2017-11-06 16:06:50','2017-11-06 16:06:50','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kerri-MyT1DHero.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(770,1,'2017-11-06 16:06:57','2017-11-06 16:06:57','','Maci MyT1DHero','','inherit','open','closed','','maci-myt1dhero','','','2017-11-06 16:06:57','2017-11-06 16:06:57','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Maci-MyT1DHero.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(771,1,'2017-11-06 16:07:01','2017-11-06 16:07:01','','Jessica MyT1DHero','','inherit','open','closed','','jessica-myt1dhero','','','2017-11-06 16:07:01','2017-11-06 16:07:01','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jessica-MyT1DHero.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(772,1,'2017-11-06 16:07:05','2017-11-06 16:07:05','','Katie Celebrate The Superhero In You','','inherit','open','closed','','katie-celebrate-the-superhero-in-you','','','2017-11-06 16:07:05','2017-11-06 16:07:05','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Katie-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(773,1,'2017-11-06 16:07:15','2017-11-06 16:07:15','','Bree Celebrate The Superhero In You','','inherit','open','closed','','bree-celebrate-the-superhero-in-you','','','2017-11-06 16:07:15','2017-11-06 16:07:15','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bree-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(774,1,'2017-11-06 16:09:45','2017-11-06 16:09:45','Type 1 diabetes (T1D) impacts more than half a million kids age 0-14 worldwide. Unlike type 2 diabetes, it has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. T1D is an autoimmune disease and management is extremely complex. Kids with T1D and their parents that care for them are truly heroes with special superpowers that help them combat T1D difficulties every minute of every day.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/bree-holtz\">Bree Holtz</a>, assistant professor in the <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/advertising-public-relations\">Department of Advertising and Public Relations</a>, and her team of MSU researchers hope to spread awareness of these extraordinary families through their Celebrate the Superhero in You social media campaign that runs the month of November for <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/american-diabetes-month/?referrer=https://www.google.com\">Diabetes Awareness Month</a>. They are asking for all those impacted by T1D in some way to share a photo of their T1D fighting superpower and they will share it on their social media.\r\n\r\n“The goal is to bring attention not only to diabetes in general, but to educate the public on the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and highlight the kids in an uplifting way for their fierce courage of facing the extreme demands of managing type 1 diabetes,” said Holtz.\r\n\r\nSparrow Hospital’s Julie Dunneback, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE, a nurse practitioner in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic and member of the research team is a big supporter of this campaign.\r\n\r\n“Families that persist every day in providing the complicated management of type 1 diabetes are truly superheroes,\" said Dunneback. \"This campaign is aimed at supporting them and sharing their stories, as well as raising awareness about diabetes in our community.  This is a fun idea and it is so important to remind families that we recognize their day to day struggles and triumphs with T1D.\"\r\n\r\nT1D families are encouraged to contact Katie Murray with the MyT1DHero team with a photo of their T1D superhero powers (murra172@msu.edu) or use the hashtag #MyT1DHero on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.\r\n\r\nCheck out our heroes:\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-769\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kerri-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-770\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Maci-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-771\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jessica-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-773\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bree-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-768\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Julie-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-772\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Katie-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />','November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Celebrate the Superhero in You','','inherit','closed','closed','','767-revision-v1','','','2017-11-06 16:09:45','2017-11-06 16:09:45','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2017/11/06/767-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(775,1,'2017-11-07 14:13:06','2017-11-07 14:13:06','','Screen Shot 2017-11-07 at 9.12.45 AM','','inherit','open','closed','','screen-shot-2017-11-07-at-9-12-45-am','','','2017-11-07 14:13:06','2017-11-07 14:13:06','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Screen-Shot-2017-11-07-at-9.12.45-AM.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(776,1,'2017-11-08 14:03:58','2017-11-08 14:03:58','','Mike MyT1DHero','','inherit','open','closed','','mike-myt1dhero','','','2017-11-08 14:03:58','2017-11-08 14:03:58','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Mike-MyT1DHero.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(777,1,'2017-11-08 14:04:20','2017-11-08 14:04:20','Type 1 diabetes (T1D) impacts more than half a million kids age 0-14 worldwide. Unlike type 2 diabetes, it has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. T1D is an autoimmune disease and management is extremely complex. Kids with T1D and their parents that care for them are truly heroes with special superpowers that help them combat T1D difficulties every minute of every day.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/bree-holtz\">Bree Holtz</a>, assistant professor in the <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/advertising-public-relations\">Department of Advertising and Public Relations</a>, and her team of MSU researchers hope to spread awareness of these extraordinary families through their Celebrate the Superhero in You social media campaign that runs the month of November for <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/american-diabetes-month/?referrer=https://www.google.com\">Diabetes Awareness Month</a>. They are asking for all those impacted by T1D in some way to share a photo of their T1D fighting superpower and they will share it on their social media.\r\n\r\n“The goal is to bring attention not only to diabetes in general, but to educate the public on the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and highlight the kids in an uplifting way for their fierce courage of facing the extreme demands of managing type 1 diabetes,” said Holtz.\r\n\r\nSparrow Hospital’s Julie Dunneback, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE, a nurse practitioner in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic and member of the research team is a big supporter of this campaign.\r\n\r\n“Families that persist every day in providing the complicated management of type 1 diabetes are truly superheroes,\" said Dunneback. \"This campaign is aimed at supporting them and sharing their stories, as well as raising awareness about diabetes in our community.  This is a fun idea and it is so important to remind families that we recognize their day to day struggles and triumphs with T1D.\"\r\n\r\nT1D families are encouraged to contact Katie Murray with the MyT1DHero team with a photo of their T1D superhero powers (murra172@msu.edu) or use the hashtag #MyT1DHero on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.\r\n\r\nCheck out our heroes:\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-769\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Kerri-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-770\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Maci-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-771\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jessica-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-773\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Bree-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-768\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Julie-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /> <img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-772\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Katie-Celebrate-The-Superhero-In-You-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /><img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-776\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Mike-MyT1DHero-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />','November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Celebrate the Superhero in You','','inherit','closed','closed','','767-revision-v1','','','2017-11-08 14:04:20','2017-11-08 14:04:20','',767,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2017/11/08/767-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(784,1,'2018-01-09 15:16:13','2018-01-09 15:16:13','','Picture1','','inherit','open','closed','','picture1','','','2018-01-09 15:16:13','2018-01-09 15:16:13','',783,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture1.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(785,1,'2018-01-09 15:16:30','2018-01-09 15:16:30','','Picture2','','inherit','open','closed','','picture2','','','2018-01-09 15:16:30','2018-01-09 15:16:30','',783,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture2.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(786,1,'2018-01-09 15:16:41','2018-01-09 15:16:41','','Picture3','','inherit','open','closed','','picture3','','','2018-01-09 15:16:41','2018-01-09 15:16:41','',783,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture3.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(787,1,'2018-01-09 15:17:27','2018-01-09 15:17:27','My name is Ally, and I have type 1 diabetes. When my mom told me she had signed me up for a week long diabetes camp, I was not happy. Seven days with people I didn\'t know, in an unfamiliar place, <strong>without my phone</strong> was not how I wanted to spend a week of summer. <img class=\"size-medium wp-image-784 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture1-300x217.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" />I don\'t think any 16 year old girl would be thrilled with the idea. Before attending Camp Midicha, I was struggling with my diagnosis and going to camp was forcing me to acknowledge it. I cried the entire drive there and for an hour after my mom dropped me off. I was so nervous to be away.\r\n\r\nOn the first day of camp, one of my counselors went around in a circle and asked every camper to share what they felt was the best thing about having diabetes. I didn\'t have an answer. Most of the girls had diabetes for most of their lives, but I had only been diagnosed for 6 months. They all talked about the personal growth they experienced, the friends they\'d met, and the awareness they have created around type 1 diabetes. I was still coping with the shock of diagnosis and learning what disease management required, and I didn\'t see one positive thing about it.\r\n\r\nAs the week went on, I made friends with three girls in my cabin. They shared insider tips on diabetes, showed me the ins-and-outs of camp and most importantly loved me for who I am. <img class=\"size-medium wp-image-785 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture2-300x220.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"220\" />The four of us are all facing difficulties that most teenagers do not have to deal with. They have become the closest friends I have ever had. We created an unbreakable bond, one that is difficult to put into words. I am so grateful for my other friends and family for their commitment to understanding my disease and all of the details, but there is something different about being with people just like me, who live this disease EVERY.DAY.\r\n\r\nAt the end of camp we repeated the activity from the beginning. “What\'s the best thing about having diabetes?” When it was my turn, I looked at my new friends and smiled as I explained to the rest of the group that my camp experience was the best thing about my diabetes.<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-786 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Picture3-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />\r\n\r\nThe friendships I made at camp are ones that will never be broken, and I am extremely thankful for the opportunity to have experienced Camp Midicha. I never thought I would feel so blessed by such an awful disease, but my girls give me a reason to be.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information about Camp Midicha, please visit the American Diabetes Association website: <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/diabetes-camp/camps/midicha-day.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/\">http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/diabetes-camp/camps/midicha-day.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/</a>','Diabetes Camp','','inherit','closed','closed','','783-revision-v1','','','2018-01-09 15:17:27','2018-01-09 15:17:27','',783,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/01/09/783-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(788,1,'2018-11-01 15:21:35','2018-11-01 15:21:35','<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">MyT1DHero Mobile App Study Participation Information</h2>\nThis study is to test a self-management mobile phone app for kids with type 1 diabetes and their parents.\n<h4><strong>Contact Katie to enroll! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>\n<h3><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-670 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/placeit5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />What is the MyT1DHero App?</strong></h3>\nMyT1DHero is a mobile phone app that connects kids with T1D to their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\n\nThis mobile app links parents and kids by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage T1D.\n\nThe main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the child and increase positive health outcomes.\n\nThis research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\n<h3><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h3>\nKids who:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Have a T1D diagnosis according to ADA guidelines</li>\n 	<li>Are 10-15 years old</li>\n 	<li>Have had T1D for at least 6 months</li>\n 	<li>Have an A1c greater than 7</li>\n 	<li>Have had at least 2 outpatient visits in the past 2 years</li>\n 	<li>Willing to have two HbA1c tests done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>) -OR- meet with a researcher at Helen DeVos Children\'s H</li>\n 	<li>Are fluent in English</li>\n 	<li>Have a parent/guardian willing to participate</li>\n 	<li>Are allowed to use a mobile phone for the study</li>\n</ul>\nAdditionally, the parent participating must:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Have an adolescent 10-15 years old with T1D</li>\n 	<li>Be willing to travel to a Sparrow lab two times</li>\n 	<li>Be fluent in English</li>\n 	<li>Have daily access to email and the internet</li>\n</ul>\n<h3><strong>What Will You Do If You Participate?</strong></h3>\nThe study lasts for 3 months:\n<ul>\n 	<li>Visit 1 is the enrollment meeting and acts as the start of the study (this is an in-person meeting)\n<ul>\n 	<li>Sign consent forms and other paperwork</li>\n 	<li>Complete surveys</li>\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\n 	<li>Borrow a phone if needed*</li>\n 	<li>Get started using the app</li>\n 	<li>Go to a Sparrow Lab for an HbA1c test (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n 	<li>Visit 2A is the end of app use\n<ul>\n 	<li>Complete surveys online</li>\n 	<li>Phone interviews</li>\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\n 	<li>Return borrowed phones</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n 	<li>Visit 2B is the final HbA1c test\n<ul>\n 	<li>This must be done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n*Participants who do not have a phone or who have an iPhone will be provided an Android phone with service for the study period.\n<h4><strong>Do you have any questions or are you interested in participating? Contact Katie! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>','Study Participation Information','','inherit','closed','closed','','755-autosave-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:21:35','2018-11-01 15:21:35','',755,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/01/15/755-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(789,1,'2018-01-15 14:20:46','2018-01-15 14:20:46','<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">MyT1DHero Mobile App Study Participation Information</h2>\r\nThis study is to test a self-management mobile phone app for kids with type 1 diabetes and their parents.\r\n<h4><strong>Contact Katie to enroll! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>\r\n<h3><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-670 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/placeit5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />What is the MyT1DHero App?</strong></h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is a mobile phone app that connects kids with T1D to their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\r\n\r\nThis mobile app links parents and kids by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage T1D.\r\n\r\nThe main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the child and increase positive health outcomes.\r\n\r\nThis research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n<h3><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nKids who:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have a T1D diagnosis according to ADA guidelines</li>\r\n 	<li>Are 10-15 years old</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had T1D for at least 6 months</li>\r\n 	<li>Have an A1c greater than 7</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had at least 2 outpatient visits in the past 2 years</li>\r\n 	<li>Willing to have two HbA1c tests done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n 	<li>Are fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have a parent/guardian willing to participate</li>\r\n 	<li>Are allowed to use a mobile phone for the study</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAdditionally, the parent participating must:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have an adolescent 10-15 years old with T1D</li>\r\n 	<li>Be willing to travel to a Sparrow lab two times</li>\r\n 	<li>Be fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have daily access to email and the internet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3><strong>What Will You Do If You Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nThe study lasts for 3 months:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Visit 1 is the enrollment meeting and acts as the start of the study (this is an in-person meeting)\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sign consent forms and other paperwork</li>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Borrow a phone if needed*</li>\r\n 	<li>Get started using the app</li>\r\n 	<li>Go to a Sparrow Lab for an HbA1c test (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2A is the end of app use\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys online</li>\r\n 	<li>Phone interviews</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Return borrowed phones</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2B is the final HbA1c test\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This must be done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n*Participants who do not have a phone or who have an iPhone will be provided an Android phone with service for the study period.\r\n<h4><strong>Do you have any questions or are you interested in participating? Contact Katie! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>','Study Participation Information','','inherit','closed','closed','','755-revision-v1','','','2018-01-15 14:20:46','2018-01-15 14:20:46','',755,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/01/15/755-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(790,1,'2018-01-23 19:51:47','2018-01-23 19:51:47','<h2>Grant Timelines<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> </span></h2>\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-722 size-full\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Grant-Timeline_Aug-2017-e1501599907331.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1445\" height=\"422\" /><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Grant-Timeline_Aug-2017.pdf\">Grant Timeline_Aug 2017</a>\r\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Citations</span></h2>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Manuscripts/Presentations</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., ​Hershey, D., Cotten, S., Holmstrom, A., Dunneback, J., Murray, K., &amp; Wood, M.​ (2018). Using the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping to Explore Parent’s Perspectives of their Child’s with Type 1 Diabetes Transition to Self-Management. Presented at the 201​8 Kentucky Conference on Health Communication in Lexington, KY, April.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B. E., Murray, K. M., Hershey, D. D., Richman, J., Dunneback, J. K., Vyas, A., &amp; Wood, M. (2017). The design and development of MyT1DHero: A mobile app for adolescents with type 1 diabetes and their parents. Journal of telemedicine and telecare, 1357633X17745470.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Hershey, D., Dunneback, J., Cotten, S., Holmstrom, A., &amp; Wood, M. (under review).“She’s more than just a number.” Insights for Understanding the <span class=\"il\">Transition</span> from Parent Management to Self-Management Among Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes: Three Perspectives. Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing.**</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Murray, K., Holtz, B., Wood, M., Cotten, S., Dunneback, J., Hershey, D., Holmstrom, A., &amp; Vyas, A. (2016). “Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App for Diabetes.” Accepted for poster presentation at 2016 Partners Connected Health Symposium, Boston, MA, October.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz BE, Murray KM, Hershey DD, Dunneback JK, Cotten SR, Holmstrom AJ, Vyas A, Kaiser MK, Wood MA. Developing a Patient-Centered mHealth App: A Tool for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes and Their Parents. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2017;5(4):e53 DOI:</span> <a href=\"http://doi.org/10.2196/mhealth.6654\">10.2196/mhealth.6654</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Murray, K., Hershey, D., Dunneback, J., Cotten, S., Holmstrom, A., Kaiser, M., Wood, M. The Development and Prototype Testing of a Patient-Centered mHealth App for Diabetes. American Diabetes Association 77th Scientific Sessions. June, 2017. (Accepted for publication only).</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Murray, K., Kaiser, M. Games for Children with Type 1 Diabetes: A Systematic Review. American Diabetes Association 77th Scientific Sessions. June, 2017. (Accepted for publication only).</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Murray, K., Hershey, D., Richman, J., Dunneback, J., Vyas, A., Wood, M. The design and development of MyT1DHero: A mobile app for adolescents with type 1 diabetes and their parents. Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare. August, 2017. (In Press).</span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> **Not affiliated with the American Diabetes Association Grant, but many teams members are on this paper also</span></h3>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Proposals</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Dunneback, J., Hershey, D., Nuttall, A., Cotten, S., Wood, M. A parent portal for parents of children with type 1 diabetes. Grant submitted to Science and Society at State (S3). (10/3/16). $10,000. (<strong>Funded</strong>)</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Cotten, S., Nuttall, A., O\'Donnell, C., Park, T., Kashy, D., Hershey, D., Dunneback, J., Wood, M., Vyas, A., Hood, K. Improving diabetes management in children with type 1 diabetes via games. Grant submitted to the National Institutes of Health (NIDDK). (6/22/16). $1.4 million. (Scored)</span>','Grant Timelines and Citations','','inherit','closed','closed','','444-revision-v1','','','2018-01-23 19:51:47','2018-01-23 19:51:47','',444,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/01/23/444-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(791,1,'2018-02-05 19:42:33','2018-02-05 19:42:33','<h3>By: Katie Murray, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nCaring for a child with type 1 diabetes is extremely demanding. Parents faced with this complex caregiving role often report feelings of depression, loneliness, isolation, guilt, loss of control, anxiety and increased marital strain. These feelings are completely normal. Interestingly however, there is research that supports the power of positivity for people with breast cancer and parents of children with autism that can be translated to families impacted by T1D.\r\n\r\nThe power of positivity refers to the positive outcomes that result from viewing distressing experiences as beneficial in some way. You can also think about this as a purposeful act of being optimistic. The positive outcomes as a result of being optimistic can include: an enhanced sense of purpose, greater spirituality, enhanced relationship quality with others, and changes in life priorities.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-792 aligncenter\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc7291739@1x-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />\r\n\r\nConsider your role as caregiver for your child with type 1 diabetes. Do you typically think about the daily management in a negative way? Does your relationship with your child sometimes feel strained and like it is all about diabetes management? Perhaps give a thoughtful effort to re-framing how you approach the difficulties of type 1 diabetes. For example, when you feel yourself getting frustrated about your child lying about blood sugar numbers, take a deep breath and remind yourself that they may be lying to you so that they do not disappoint you. With this understanding in mind, approach the conversation with your child in a way that they feel supported, not attacked. This new positive frame may, little by little, improve your relationship with your child.\r\n\r\nIf you were to describe the impact of type 1 diabetes on your family, what would you say? Although your life would be less complicated without the burdens of T1D, what positive things have resulted from diagnosis? You may just be surprised with how you feel after a change in your frame of mind.','The Power of Positivity','','publish','open','open','','the-power-of-positivity','','','2018-02-05 19:43:04','2018-02-05 19:43:04','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=791',0,'post','',0),(792,1,'2018-02-05 19:42:17','2018-02-05 19:42:17','','positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc7291739@1x','','inherit','open','closed','','positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc72917391x','','','2018-02-05 19:42:17','2018-02-05 19:42:17','',791,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc7291739@1x.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(793,1,'2018-02-05 19:42:33','2018-02-05 19:42:33','<h3>By: Katie Murray, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nCaring for a child with type 1 diabetes is extremely demanding. Parents faced with this complex caregiving role often report feelings of depression, loneliness, isolation, guilt, loss of control, anxiety and increased marital strain. These feelings are completely normal. Interestingly however, there is research that supports the power of positivity for people with breast cancer and parents of children with autism that can be translated to families impacted by T1D.\r\n\r\nThe power of positivity refers to the positive outcomes that result from viewing distressing experiences as beneficial in some way. You can also think about this as a purposeful act of being optimistic. The positive outcomes as a result of being optimistic can include: an enhanced sense of purpose, greater spirituality, enhanced relationship quality with others, and changes in life priorities.<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-792 aligncenter\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc7291739@1x-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />\r\n\r\nConsider your role as caregiver for your child with type 1 diabetes. Do you typically think about the daily management in a negative way? Does your relationship with your child sometimes feel strained and like it is all about diabetes management? Perhaps give a thoughtful effort to re-framing how you approach the difficulties of type 1 diabetes. For example, when you feel yourself getting frustrated about your child lying about blood sugar numbers, take a deep breath and remind yourself that they may be lying to you so that they do not disappoint you. With this understanding in mind, approach the conversation with your child in a way that they feel supported, not attacked. This new positive frame may, little by little, improve your relationship with your child.\r\n\r\nIf you were to describe the impact of type 1 diabetes on your family, what would you say? Although your life would be less complicated without the burdens of T1D, what positive things have resulted from diagnosis? You may just be surprised with how you feel after a change in your frame of mind.','The Power of Positivity','','inherit','closed','closed','','791-revision-v1','','','2018-02-05 19:42:33','2018-02-05 19:42:33','',791,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/02/05/791-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(794,1,'2018-02-05 19:43:04','2018-02-05 19:43:04','<h3>By: Katie Murray, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nCaring for a child with type 1 diabetes is extremely demanding. Parents faced with this complex caregiving role often report feelings of depression, loneliness, isolation, guilt, loss of control, anxiety and increased marital strain. These feelings are completely normal. Interestingly however, there is research that supports the power of positivity for people with breast cancer and parents of children with autism that can be translated to families impacted by T1D.\r\n\r\nThe power of positivity refers to the positive outcomes that result from viewing distressing experiences as beneficial in some way. You can also think about this as a purposeful act of being optimistic. The positive outcomes as a result of being optimistic can include: an enhanced sense of purpose, greater spirituality, enhanced relationship quality with others, and changes in life priorities.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-792 aligncenter\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/positivity-2291-d9fe9e73821d79991f1ff94cc7291739@1x-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />\r\n\r\nConsider your role as caregiver for your child with type 1 diabetes. Do you typically think about the daily management in a negative way? Does your relationship with your child sometimes feel strained and like it is all about diabetes management? Perhaps give a thoughtful effort to re-framing how you approach the difficulties of type 1 diabetes. For example, when you feel yourself getting frustrated about your child lying about blood sugar numbers, take a deep breath and remind yourself that they may be lying to you so that they do not disappoint you. With this understanding in mind, approach the conversation with your child in a way that they feel supported, not attacked. This new positive frame may, little by little, improve your relationship with your child.\r\n\r\nIf you were to describe the impact of type 1 diabetes on your family, what would you say? Although your life would be less complicated without the burdens of T1D, what positive things have resulted from diagnosis? You may just be surprised with how you feel after a change in your frame of mind.','The Power of Positivity','','inherit','closed','closed','','791-revision-v1','','','2018-02-05 19:43:04','2018-02-05 19:43:04','',791,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/02/05/791-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(810,1,'2018-04-09 15:58:58','2018-04-09 15:58:58','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a></em>\r\n\r\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\r\n\r\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\r\n\r\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\r\n\r\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\r\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\r\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\r\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\r\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\r\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\r\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\r\n\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a>\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\r\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\r\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_815\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"192\"]<img class=\"wp-image-815\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pencil-paper-4184006-300x234.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"192\" height=\"150\" /> Write down the problem[/caption]</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWrite down the problem.\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\r\n\r\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\r\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Rushed in the morning\r\n\r\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\r\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\r\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_817\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-817 size-medium\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/School-Reminder-Printable-383x500-e1523290482970-300x269.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" /> Out-the-door checklist[/caption]\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Uber driver brings it\r\n\r\n-Pizza delivery\r\n\r\n-Mom brings it to me\r\n\r\n-Put backpack in kitchen\r\n\r\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\r\n\r\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\r\n\r\n-Put lunch on shoes\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\r\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\r\n\r\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\r\n\r\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\r\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\r\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\r\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\r\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\r\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\r\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSources:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\r\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','publish','open','open','','a-problem-solving-guide-and-worksheet-for-parents-and-their-kids','','','2018-04-09 16:21:55','2018-04-09 16:21:55','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=810',0,'post','',0),(796,1,'2018-02-15 20:59:46','2018-02-15 20:59:46','','Confidence in Diabetes Self','','inherit','open','closed','','confidence-in-diabetes-self','','','2018-02-15 20:59:46','2018-02-15 20:59:46','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Confidence-in-Diabetes-Self.docx',0,'attachment','application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document',0),(797,1,'2018-02-15 21:01:55','2018-02-15 21:01:55','','Diabetes Empowerment Scale – Short Form - Parents','','inherit','open','closed','','diabetes-empowerment-scale-short-form-parents','','','2018-02-15 21:01:55','2018-02-15 21:01:55','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Diabetes-Empowerment-Scale-–-Short-Form-Parents.docx',0,'attachment','application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document',0),(799,1,'2018-03-14 14:51:18','2018-03-14 14:51:18','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\r\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-802 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />As for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\r\n\r\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\r\n\r\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-808  alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/This-is-me-1-e1521041034961-226x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"268\" height=\"356\" />\r\n\r\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\r\n\r\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\r\n\r\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\r\n\r\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','publish','open','open','','lights-camera-alerts','','','2018-03-14 15:24:11','2018-03-14 15:24:11','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=799',0,'post','',6),(800,1,'2018-03-14 14:44:24','2018-03-14 14:44:24','','BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02 (1)','','inherit','open','closed','','bobby_pump_interrupt_v02-1','','','2018-03-14 14:44:24','2018-03-14 14:44:24','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4',0,'attachment','video/mp4',0),(801,1,'2018-03-14 14:44:48','2018-03-14 14:44:48','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\r\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\r\n\r\nAs for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\r\n\r\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\r\n\r\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\r\n\r\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\r\n\r\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\r\n\r\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\r\n\r\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','inherit','closed','closed','','799-revision-v1','','','2018-03-14 14:44:48','2018-03-14 14:44:48','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/03/14/799-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(802,1,'2018-03-14 14:45:28','2018-03-14 14:45:28','','bobby1','','inherit','open','closed','','bobby1','','','2018-03-14 14:45:28','2018-03-14 14:45:28','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(803,1,'2018-03-14 14:45:53','2018-03-14 14:45:53','','IMG_2548','','inherit','open','closed','','img_2548','','','2018-03-14 14:45:53','2018-03-14 14:45:53','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_2548.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(804,1,'2018-03-14 14:47:59','2018-03-14 14:47:59','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\r\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-802 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />As for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\r\n\r\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\r\n\r\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_803\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"247\"]<img class=\"wp-image-803\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_2548-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"247\" height=\"329\" /> MyT1DHero and WKAR Shoot[/caption]\r\n\r\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\r\n\r\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\r\n\r\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\r\n\r\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','inherit','closed','closed','','799-revision-v1','','','2018-03-14 14:47:59','2018-03-14 14:47:59','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/03/14/799-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(809,1,'2018-03-14 15:24:11','2018-03-14 15:24:11','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\r\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-802 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />As for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\r\n\r\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\r\n\r\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-808  alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/This-is-me-1-e1521041034961-226x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"268\" height=\"356\" />\r\n\r\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\r\n\r\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\r\n\r\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\r\n\r\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','inherit','closed','closed','','799-revision-v1','','','2018-03-14 15:24:11','2018-03-14 15:24:11','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/03/14/799-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(805,1,'2018-03-14 14:52:48','2018-03-14 14:52:48','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\r\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-802 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />As for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\r\n\r\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\r\n\r\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_803\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"291\"]<img class=\"wp-image-803\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/IMG_2548-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"291\" height=\"388\" /> MyT1DHero and WKAR Shoot[/caption]\r\n\r\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\r\n\r\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\r\n\r\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\r\n\r\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','inherit','closed','closed','','799-revision-v1','','','2018-03-14 14:52:48','2018-03-14 14:52:48','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/03/14/799-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(806,1,'2018-03-14 15:18:58','2018-03-14 15:18:58','','This is me','','inherit','open','closed','','this-is-me','','','2018-03-14 15:18:58','2018-03-14 15:18:58','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/This-is-me.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(807,1,'2018-03-14 15:23:32','2018-03-14 15:23:32','<h3>By: Bobby Taylor, Television Production Technician, WKAR-TV</h3>\nI was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when I was 9 years old and it was one of the hardest things for my parents and family members to wrap their heads around. My parents battled internal blame and guilt, and my siblings didn\'t know if playing with their little brother would ever be the same.\n\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-802 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/bobby1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />As for me? I distinctly remember courageously nodding at my doctor and accepting my new challenges as they explained how I would have to change my diet, prick my finger multiple times a day, and give myself insulin shots regularly. Believe it or not the only thing that got to me was the idea of drinking diet pop... I <strong>hated </strong>diet pop. Maybe I was naive, but my diagnosis was a way to stand out from the crowd.\n\nAll throughout school my T1D defined the person who I was, and I sort of <em>liked</em> that. I made sure to inform all of my teachers and friends that I had diabetes. If my friends were extra nice to me on certain days, I would even offer them some of my candy that my mom made sure I\'d bring to school with me in case my blood sugar went low... (sorry mom, thank you for helping me make friends easily though).\n\nBeing so open about my diabetes really gave me confidence to talk to more people (it\'s a great conversation starter to be honest) and involve myself with groups and clubs that I otherwise may not have. My confidence in speaking to people lead to me becoming very involved with my school\'s media production classes, creating videos and serving as an anchor on our news program. The more involved I became, the more I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.\n\n<img class=\"alignnone wp-image-808 size-medium\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/This-is-me-1-200x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" />\n\nAs a recent graduate of Michigan State University, I am fortunate to work for my alma mater as a Production Technician for WKAR-TV right inside the heart of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. Working in television production can be incredible and terrifying at the same time, which is one reason why I love it so much. Each day can be different when you have T1D, so I\'ve made sure to inform all of my co-workers and even student interns of my diabetes. In doing so, I am able to act quickly and efficiently to make sure I am on top of my health and my work accordingly. Despite my efforts, occasional low blood sugar alerts or my pump reminding me to change my site happen. I\'ve had only a handful of instances where my insulin pump or CGM for my blood sugar levels have interrupted an interview or recording. Most often the timing of the interruptions is quite ironic (and hilarious).\n\nFor example, WKAR has recently teamed up with the My1DHero team to create segments about the MyT1DHero app and the research that Dr. Bree Holtz and her team is conducting in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. When I first heard of the collaboration, I knew I had to be a part of the project. While recording one of our interviews with a nurse practitioner in a hospital, my blood sugar decided to crash and my CGM alerted everyone in the room with its high pitched alarm. Of course, trying to be as little of a burden as possible, I reassured everyone in the room that I was fine, but as soon as I asked for a juice box, our interviewee was out of her seat to grab me one. She was completely unbothered by the interruption. Had I not mentioned that I was diabetic prior to recording, it could have been a much bigger issue than what it was. I must admit, if there were an ideal time for my pump to interrupt an interview, being with a nurse practitioner who has studied diabetes and was there to be interviewed on the subject was it.\n\n[video width=\"960\" height=\"540\" mp4=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BOBBY_PUMP_INTERRUPT_v02-1.mp4\"][/video]\n\nAs I continue working with WKAR and the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, it is nice to be involved in a project like this. I am getting the opportunity to meet kids with diabetes and, in a way, show them that diabetes should not hold you back from what you love to do. I am fortunate enough to be able to do what I love every day, and I have never let my diabetes interfere with that.','Lights, Camera, Alerts','','inherit','closed','closed','','799-autosave-v1','','','2018-03-14 15:23:32','2018-03-14 15:23:32','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/03/14/799-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(808,1,'2018-03-14 15:23:28','2018-03-14 15:23:28','','This is me','','inherit','open','closed','','this-is-me-2','','','2018-03-14 15:23:28','2018-03-14 15:23:28','',799,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/This-is-me-1.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(811,1,'2018-04-09 15:30:01','2018-04-09 15:30:01','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\r\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\r\n\r\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\r\n\r\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\r\n\r\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\r\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\r\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\r\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\r\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\r\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\r\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>See Problem Solving Worksheet</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\r\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\r\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWrite down the problem.\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\r\n\r\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\r\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Rushed in the morning\r\n\r\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\r\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\r\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Uber driver brings it\r\n\r\n-Pizza delivery\r\n\r\n-Mom brings it to me\r\n\r\n-Put backpack in kitchen\r\n\r\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\r\n\r\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\r\n\r\n-Put lunch on shoes\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\r\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\r\n\r\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\r\n\r\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\r\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\r\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\r\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\r\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\r\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\r\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSources:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\r\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','inherit','closed','closed','','810-revision-v1','','','2018-04-09 15:30:01','2018-04-09 15:30:01','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/04/09/810-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(812,1,'2018-04-09 15:38:10','2018-04-09 15:38:10','','Problem Solving Worksheet','','inherit','open','closed','','problem-solving-worksheet','','','2018-04-09 15:38:10','2018-04-09 15:38:10','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),(813,1,'2018-04-09 15:39:01','2018-04-09 15:39:01','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\r\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\r\n\r\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\r\n\r\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\r\n\r\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\r\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\r\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\r\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\r\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\r\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\r\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\r\n\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a>\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\r\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\r\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWrite down the problem.\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\r\n\r\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\r\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Rushed in the morning\r\n\r\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\r\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\r\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Uber driver brings it\r\n\r\n-Pizza delivery\r\n\r\n-Mom brings it to me\r\n\r\n-Put backpack in kitchen\r\n\r\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\r\n\r\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\r\n\r\n-Put lunch on shoes\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\r\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\r\n\r\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\r\n\r\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\r\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\r\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\r\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\r\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\r\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\r\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSources:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\r\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','inherit','closed','closed','','810-revision-v1','','','2018-04-09 15:39:01','2018-04-09 15:39:01','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/04/09/810-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (814,1,'2018-04-09 16:09:07','2018-04-09 16:09:07','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a></em>\r\n\r\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\r\n\r\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\r\n\r\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\r\n\r\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\r\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\r\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\r\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\r\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\r\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\r\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\r\n\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a>\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\r\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\r\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWrite down the problem.\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\r\n\r\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\r\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Rushed in the morning\r\n\r\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\r\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\r\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Uber driver brings it\r\n\r\n-Pizza delivery\r\n\r\n-Mom brings it to me\r\n\r\n-Put backpack in kitchen\r\n\r\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\r\n\r\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\r\n\r\n-Put lunch on shoes\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\r\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\r\n\r\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\r\n\r\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\r\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\r\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\r\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\r\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\r\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\r\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSources:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\r\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','inherit','closed','closed','','810-revision-v1','','','2018-04-09 16:09:07','2018-04-09 16:09:07','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/04/09/810-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(815,1,'2018-04-09 16:11:18','2018-04-09 16:11:18','','pencil-paper-4184006','','inherit','open','closed','','pencil-paper-4184006','','','2018-04-09 16:11:18','2018-04-09 16:11:18','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pencil-paper-4184006.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(816,1,'2018-04-09 16:15:40','2018-04-09 16:15:40','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a></em>\n\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\n\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\n\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\n\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\n<ul>\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\n<ul>\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\n\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a>\n</em>\n\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\n<ul>\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_815\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"192\"]<img class=\"wp-image-815\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pencil-paper-4184006-300x234.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"192\" height=\"150\" /> Write down the problem[/caption]</li>\n</ul>\nWrite down the problem.\n\nExamples:\n\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\n\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\n\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\n<ul>\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\n</ul>\nExamples:\n\n-Rushed in the morning\n\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\n\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\n<ul>\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\n</ul>\n[caption id=\"attachment_817\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-817 size-medium\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/School-Reminder-Printable-383x500-e1523290482970-300x269.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" /> Out-the-door checklist[/caption]\n\nExamples:\n\n-Uber driver brings it\n\n-Pizza delivery\n\n-Mom brings it to me\n\n-Put backpack in kitchen\n\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\n\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\n\n-Put lunch on shoes\n\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\n</ul>\nExamples:\n\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\n\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\n\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\n\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\n<ul>\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\n\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\n<ul>\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\n</ul>\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSources:\n<ul>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','inherit','closed','closed','','810-autosave-v1','','','2018-04-09 16:15:40','2018-04-09 16:15:40','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/04/09/810-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(817,1,'2018-04-09 16:14:10','2018-04-09 16:14:10','','School-Reminder-Printable-383x500','','inherit','open','closed','','school-reminder-printable-383x500','','','2018-04-09 16:14:10','2018-04-09 16:14:10','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/School-Reminder-Printable-383x500.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(818,1,'2018-04-09 16:21:55','2018-04-09 16:21:55','<h3>By Bree Holtz, Assistant Professor, Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\n<h3><em>“Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” – Robert H. Shuller</em></h3>\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a></em>\r\n\r\nProblem solving is something that we do everyday. However, it is definitely a skill that is learned. The teenage years are a time in human development where we can see this skill lacking, even in the smartest, most well-behaved, lovable kid. During this time, a huge transformation is taking place in the brain, which is a cause of rash decisions and actions by our child that leads us to wonder, “What was she thinking?!?!?”\r\n\r\nThis can be the optimal time to teach your child strategies for making decisions. This will provide an understanding of decision-making that is structured and controlled. Research has shown that people who can clearly evaluate issues and make reasoned decisions are more successful in their life. Additionally, strong problem solving and decision-making skills are key in diabetes care. Studies have found that these skills are associated with improved A1c, long-term adherence and overall higher quality of life.\r\n\r\nThis is a skill that can be taught and although you are still making most of the decisions about your child, it is a good time to bring them into the process. This has several benefits including showing them that you value their opinion; you respect them; and can help prepare them to make reasoned decisions as they transition to adulthood. Parents must keep in mind that teens will probably still be impulsive at times.\r\n\r\nBelow, I have laid out the stops to help guide the process. But before I get to that, it is important note a few things.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This can NOT be done when you or your child are mad or angry at each other. Nobody is in the right frame of mind when you are in the middle of a door-slamming, yelling match with your child.</li>\r\n 	<li>As for how you use this approach, you will need to figure out what’s best for you and your child. Some people might prefer sitting down together and talking it through. For others, perhaps you sit down together, but write parts of it out. This could be beneficial for kids who might feel uncomfortable saying things out loud. You have to pick what is going to work best for you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Collaborative problem solving is a deliberate and organized process with no pre-determined solutions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep in mind that this is not an overnight process; time and repeated attempts might be necessary to successfully complete this process.</li>\r\n 	<li>One key to completing this process is to make sure you are really listening to your child (active listening):\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Look at the person who is talking;</li>\r\n 	<li>Take notes if you feel like that helps you;</li>\r\n 	<li>Nod your head;</li>\r\n 	<li>When they are done speaking, repeat in summary what you heard them say. “What I’m hearing you say is….”;</li>\r\n 	<li>You can also have them repeat back to you, “Can you tell me in your own words what I said.”</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Problem-Solving Step by Step</strong>\r\n\r\n<em><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Problem-Solving-Worksheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See Problem Solving Worksheet</a>\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 1: Problem identification: What’s the problem?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>It is important to differentiate between the problem and a symptom.</li>\r\n 	<li>Do not personalize it, the child may become defensive if they feel attacked.</li>\r\n 	<li>Focus on the issue – facts only, not the person or emotions.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to come to an agreement on the problem.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_815\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"192\"]<img class=\"wp-image-815\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/pencil-paper-4184006-300x234.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"192\" height=\"150\" /> Write down the problem[/caption]</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nWrite down the problem.\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\nBad example: You keep forgetting to take your lunch to school.\r\n\r\nBetter example: Your lunch doesn’t make it to school.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 2: Barrier identification: Identify reasons why this is happening?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This is from both sides, not just the parent.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try to think of as many as you can. Keep asking, “Is there anything else?”</li>\r\n 	<li>Show active listening and reflect your understanding of what your child is telling you.</li>\r\n 	<li>Try not to say, “That’s not a reason.” Or “That doesn’t make sense…” Or anything that could be taken as not appreciating their view of the issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Write all of the barriers down, from both sides.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Rushed in the morning\r\n\r\n-Backpack isn’t in the kitchen\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 3: Brainstorm Solutions</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>No solution is too wacky or off the table.</li>\r\n 	<li>The child should try to go first, ask “Do you have any ideas on how we can solve this?”</li>\r\n 	<li>If the child doesn’t want to or can’t think of one, offer a solution, try to make it a silly one.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_817\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-817 size-medium\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/School-Reminder-Printable-383x500-e1523290482970-300x269.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" /> Out-the-door checklist[/caption]\r\n\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Uber driver brings it\r\n\r\n-Pizza delivery\r\n\r\n-Mom brings it to me\r\n\r\n-Put backpack in kitchen\r\n\r\n-Have an out-the-door checklist\r\n\r\n-Get up 5 minutes earlier so you aren’t as rushed\r\n\r\n-Put lunch on shoes\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 4: Evaluate all of the options and decide on a way forward.</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Which options work to get you to the outcome that you can both agree on?</li>\r\n 	<li>If you can’t seem to agree on a solution – can you negotiate one of the solutions to make it viable and acceptable to both parties?</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nExamples:\r\n\r\n-Keep meal replacement bars in backpack.\r\n\r\n-Parent will bring your lunch, two times a school year.\r\n\r\n-Backpack goes in kitchen.\r\n\r\n<strong>Step 5: Planning to take action</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Once you have <strong><u>mutually </u></strong>decided on a way forward, what are the steps that need to happen?</li>\r\n 	<li>When will the new plan start? Set an actual date.</li>\r\n 	<li>When will you come back together to discuss how it went? Set a date.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Step 6: Evaluation and revision</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is key in this step to be in the right frame of mind and to use your active listening skills.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>So, how did it go?</li>\r\n 	<li>Does something need to change? What?</li>\r\n 	<li>Look back at step 3 and add/revise if needed.</li>\r\n 	<li>Repeat steps 4-6 as necessary.</li>\r\n 	<li>If changes are needed to reach the solution, try to remain calm and focused on your goal. Try not to get angry or blame one another. Refocus any negative feelings on identifying barriers and revising your plan.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nBy working through problems with your adolescent/teen, you are showing them how to develop sound plans, set goals, problem solve and express their feelings in a positive way. Sometimes problem solving can be overwhelming and this is a way to help them understand the process in a reassuring and safe way.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSources:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.aacap.org/aacap/families_and_youth/facts_for_families/FFF-Guide/The-Teen-Brain-Behavior-Problem-Solving-and-Decision-Making-095.aspx</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.thinkkids.org/learn/our-collaborative-problem-solving-approach/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3046216/</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5301</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/problem-solving-and-teenagers</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://parents.au.reachout.com/skills-to-build/connecting-and-communicating/things-to-try-problem-solving</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/problem_solving_teenagers.html</a></li>\r\n 	<li><a href=\"https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://www.ecmhc.org/tutorials/social-emotional/mod4_3.html</a></li>\r\n</ul>','A Problem-Solving Guide and Worksheet for Parents and their Kids','','inherit','closed','closed','','810-revision-v1','','','2018-04-09 16:21:55','2018-04-09 16:21:55','',810,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/04/09/810-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(819,1,'2018-04-18 11:28:37','2018-04-18 11:28:37','<h2>Grant Timelines<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> </span></h2>\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-722 size-full\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Grant-Timeline_Aug-2017-e1501599907331.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1445\" height=\"422\" /><a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Grant-Timeline_Aug-2017.pdf\">Grant Timeline_Aug 2017</a>\r\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Citations</span></h2>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Manuscripts/Presentations</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Murray, K., Hershey, D., Nuttall, A., Cotten, S., Park, T., Dunneback, J., &amp; Wood, M. The Development and Testing of MyT1DHope: A Website for Parents of Children with Type 1 Diabetes. American Diabetes Association 78th Scientific Sessions. June, 2018. (Accepted for publication only).</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B. E., Murray, K. M., Hershey, D. D., Cotten, S. R., Holmstrom, A. J., Richman, J., Dunneback, J. K., Wood, M. A. (under review). Using an mHealth App to Transition Care of Type-1 Diabetes from Parents to Teens: Protocol for a Pilot Study. JMIR Protocols.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., ​Hershey, D., Cotten, S., Holmstrom, A., Dunneback, J., Murray, K., &amp; Wood, M.​ (2018). Using the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping to Explore Parent’s Perspectives of their Child’s with Type 1 Diabetes Transition to Self-Management. Presented at the 201​8 Kentucky Conference on Health Communication in Lexington, KY, April.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B. E., Murray, K. M., Hershey, D. D., Richman, J., Dunneback, J. K., Vyas, A., &amp; Wood, M. (2017). The design and development of MyT1DHero: A mobile app for adolescents with type 1 diabetes and their parents. Journal of telemedicine and telecare, 1357633X17745470.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Holtz, B., Hershey, D., Dunneback, J., Cotten, S., Holmstrom, A., &amp; Wood, M. (under review).“She’s more than just a number.” Insights for Understanding the <span class=\"il\">Transition</span> from Parent Management to Self-Management Among Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes: Three Perspectives. 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This email will also include the month\'s blog post and other important articles. If you are interested in receiving these emails, please submit your information into the contact form to be added to our mailing list.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[wd_contact_form id=\"3\"]\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-294 alignnone\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Document1-e1468428334874-279x300.jpg\" alt=\"Document1\" width=\"177\" height=\"190\" />      <img class=\"wp-image-184 alignnone\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0901-e1467057298315-300x222.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0901\" width=\"243\" height=\"180\" /></p>','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','6-revision-v1','','','2018-05-23 12:55:48','2018-05-23 12:55:48','',6,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/05/23/6-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(840,1,'2018-07-05 12:31:17','2018-07-05 12:31:17','With the resurgence of pop culture superheroes in the last several years, the launch of the MyT1DHero mobile app is a timely one. MyT1DHero couples the attraction of superheroes with the struggle against the very real foe of type 1 diabetes (T1D), a chronic pancreatic disease that disrupts or stops the production of insulin, which is needed to regulate blood sugar.<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-841 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Screen-Shot-2018-07-05-at-8.30.34-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/bree-e-holtz\">Bree Holtz</a>, an assistant professor for the <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/advertising-public-relations\">Department of Advertising + Public Relations</a> whose research focuses on information communication technologies and healthcare, is the principal investigator behind the MyT1DHero app. Other MSU researchers contributing to the project include MSU faculty <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/shelia-r-cotten\">Shelia Cotten</a>, Denise Hershey, <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/amanda-holmstrom\">Mandy Holmstrom</a>, and <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/katharine-murray\">Katharine Murray</a>.\r\n<h3>Encouraging Independence</h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is jointly designed for adolescents ages 10-15 with T1D and their parents. The goal of the app is to aid adolescents in transitioning to independently managing their health, encouraging self-sufficiency while maintaining an open line of communication with parents. The hope is that encouraging more positive communication between children and parents will help improve children’s health and reduce stress for their parents.\r\n\r\n“We’re generally in the doctor’s office for about 15-20 minutes, so a lot of our care takes place outside of the doctor’s office. Chronic disease has to be managed continually, and you need that support, especially in adolescence,” said Holtz. “I’m interested in looking at that dynamic between the informal caregiver and the child who’s managing the disease. Other research has shown that if this transition period includes more positive parenting, more positive communication, and better trust, that this will carry on throughout the years.”\r\n\r\nHere’s how it works: MyT1DHero connects a child’s app to their parents’ app. During registration, a parent and their child enter the child’s blood glucose testing schedule, which the app then uses to remind the child to test. Once the child enters the blood glucose results into the app, MyT1DHero automatically sends the information to their parent’s app. To maintain motivation to use the app, the child earns points for testing their blood glucose at their scheduled times. Accessories can be purchased with the accumulated points for the child’s MyT1DHero avatar. In addition to blood glucose monitoring, the app provides suggestions for positive messages for the parent and child to send to each other. The purpose of the app is to transition more responsibility onto the child while allowing parents to see how their child is managing the disease and to provide tools for more positive communication.\r\n<h3>Enrolling Participants</h3>\r\nThe app has undergone multiple rounds of testing. Now in their third year of the three year study, the team behind MyT1DHero is once again seeking study participants. The team hopes to enroll a total of 70 families before March of 2019. In an effort to achieve a baseline understanding of the app’s effectiveness, enrolled families will participate in a randomized, 3-month control trial. With the gathered data, the MyT1DHero team hopes to continue to evolve the app.\r\n\r\n“With our beta test, just looking at the preliminary data, we found that quality of life improved significantly for our participants and we were seeing a downward trend in HbA1c,” Holtz said.\r\n\r\nMeasuring HbA1c allows researchers to track a patient’s average blood sugar level over the span of two to three months. The MyT1DHero team’s initial findings are promising, as it is difficult to see significant improvements in HbA1c. In addition to these improved results, progress in parent-child communication is being made.\r\n\r\n“Overall, participants felt that communication surrounding diabetes between themselves was good,” said Holtz. “We’re also finding out that the kids want to be able to participate in teams within the app. Right now they’re just talking to the parents, but they want to talk with other kids. So we’re trying to figure out a way to do that responsibly.”\r\n<h3>Educating the Public</h3>\r\nThe research for MyT1DHero is currently supported by a grant from the <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/\">American Diabetes Association</a>, and a series of informational <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG5W7RqsD5I&amp;feature=youtu.be\">videos</a> made in conjunction with <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/wkar\">WKAR</a> and <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/\">Sparrow Health System</a> is planned to air on PBS to help educate more people about type 1 diabetes.\r\n\r\n“We found that parents feel a lot of stigma and guilt and shame because a lot people don’t recognize the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and they felt like they should have recognized their child’s diabetes earlier,” said Holtz. “So we’ve worked with PBS to see if they could possibly put together some videos on their family channel that will go out to explain the symptoms of type 1 diabetes and the differences between type 1 and type 2 to help increase awareness and to help parents know that they didn’t cause this. Parents shouldn’t feel guilty about it. Their kids have it, it’s scary, but there’s nothing they could have done to prevent it.”\r\n\r\nMyT1DHero is not yet available to the public and is only usable on Android phones, but the team is currently working on expanding the app’s accessibility to iPhones. As testing moves forward, the team is excited to continue learning how MyT1DHero is impacting parent-child communication and the quality of health for participants.\r\n\r\n<em>By Kristina Pierson</em>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/comartsci-researchers-tackle-type-1-diabetes-new-mobile-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/comartsci-researchers-tackle-type-1-diabetes-new-mobile-app</a>','ComArtSci Researchers Tackle Type 1 Diabetes with New Mobile App','','publish','open','open','','comartsci-researchers-tackle-type-1-diabetes-with-new-mobile-app','','','2018-07-05 12:31:17','2018-07-05 12:31:17','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=840',0,'post','',0),(841,1,'2018-07-05 12:30:51','2018-07-05 12:30:51','','Screen Shot 2018-07-05 at 8.30.34 AM','','inherit','open','closed','','screen-shot-2018-07-05-at-8-30-34-am','','','2018-07-05 12:30:51','2018-07-05 12:30:51','',840,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Screen-Shot-2018-07-05-at-8.30.34-AM.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(842,1,'2018-07-05 12:31:17','2018-07-05 12:31:17','With the resurgence of pop culture superheroes in the last several years, the launch of the MyT1DHero mobile app is a timely one. MyT1DHero couples the attraction of superheroes with the struggle against the very real foe of type 1 diabetes (T1D), a chronic pancreatic disease that disrupts or stops the production of insulin, which is needed to regulate blood sugar.<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-841 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Screen-Shot-2018-07-05-at-8.30.34-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/bree-e-holtz\">Bree Holtz</a>, an assistant professor for the <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/advertising-public-relations\">Department of Advertising + Public Relations</a> whose research focuses on information communication technologies and healthcare, is the principal investigator behind the MyT1DHero app. Other MSU researchers contributing to the project include MSU faculty <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/shelia-r-cotten\">Shelia Cotten</a>, Denise Hershey, <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/amanda-holmstrom\">Mandy Holmstrom</a>, and <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/our-people/katharine-murray\">Katharine Murray</a>.\r\n<h3>Encouraging Independence</h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is jointly designed for adolescents ages 10-15 with T1D and their parents. The goal of the app is to aid adolescents in transitioning to independently managing their health, encouraging self-sufficiency while maintaining an open line of communication with parents. The hope is that encouraging more positive communication between children and parents will help improve children’s health and reduce stress for their parents.\r\n\r\n“We’re generally in the doctor’s office for about 15-20 minutes, so a lot of our care takes place outside of the doctor’s office. Chronic disease has to be managed continually, and you need that support, especially in adolescence,” said Holtz. “I’m interested in looking at that dynamic between the informal caregiver and the child who’s managing the disease. Other research has shown that if this transition period includes more positive parenting, more positive communication, and better trust, that this will carry on throughout the years.”\r\n\r\nHere’s how it works: MyT1DHero connects a child’s app to their parents’ app. During registration, a parent and their child enter the child’s blood glucose testing schedule, which the app then uses to remind the child to test. Once the child enters the blood glucose results into the app, MyT1DHero automatically sends the information to their parent’s app. To maintain motivation to use the app, the child earns points for testing their blood glucose at their scheduled times. Accessories can be purchased with the accumulated points for the child’s MyT1DHero avatar. In addition to blood glucose monitoring, the app provides suggestions for positive messages for the parent and child to send to each other. The purpose of the app is to transition more responsibility onto the child while allowing parents to see how their child is managing the disease and to provide tools for more positive communication.\r\n<h3>Enrolling Participants</h3>\r\nThe app has undergone multiple rounds of testing. Now in their third year of the three year study, the team behind MyT1DHero is once again seeking study participants. The team hopes to enroll a total of 70 families before March of 2019. In an effort to achieve a baseline understanding of the app’s effectiveness, enrolled families will participate in a randomized, 3-month control trial. With the gathered data, the MyT1DHero team hopes to continue to evolve the app.\r\n\r\n“With our beta test, just looking at the preliminary data, we found that quality of life improved significantly for our participants and we were seeing a downward trend in HbA1c,” Holtz said.\r\n\r\nMeasuring HbA1c allows researchers to track a patient’s average blood sugar level over the span of two to three months. The MyT1DHero team’s initial findings are promising, as it is difficult to see significant improvements in HbA1c. In addition to these improved results, progress in parent-child communication is being made.\r\n\r\n“Overall, participants felt that communication surrounding diabetes between themselves was good,” said Holtz. “We’re also finding out that the kids want to be able to participate in teams within the app. Right now they’re just talking to the parents, but they want to talk with other kids. So we’re trying to figure out a way to do that responsibly.”\r\n<h3>Educating the Public</h3>\r\nThe research for MyT1DHero is currently supported by a grant from the <a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/\">American Diabetes Association</a>, and a series of informational <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG5W7RqsD5I&amp;feature=youtu.be\">videos</a> made in conjunction with <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/wkar\">WKAR</a> and <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/\">Sparrow Health System</a> is planned to air on PBS to help educate more people about type 1 diabetes.\r\n\r\n“We found that parents feel a lot of stigma and guilt and shame because a lot people don’t recognize the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and they felt like they should have recognized their child’s diabetes earlier,” said Holtz. “So we’ve worked with PBS to see if they could possibly put together some videos on their family channel that will go out to explain the symptoms of type 1 diabetes and the differences between type 1 and type 2 to help increase awareness and to help parents know that they didn’t cause this. Parents shouldn’t feel guilty about it. Their kids have it, it’s scary, but there’s nothing they could have done to prevent it.”\r\n\r\nMyT1DHero is not yet available to the public and is only usable on Android phones, but the team is currently working on expanding the app’s accessibility to iPhones. As testing moves forward, the team is excited to continue learning how MyT1DHero is impacting parent-child communication and the quality of health for participants.\r\n\r\n<em>By Kristina Pierson</em>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/comartsci-researchers-tackle-type-1-diabetes-new-mobile-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/comartsci-researchers-tackle-type-1-diabetes-new-mobile-app</a>','ComArtSci Researchers Tackle Type 1 Diabetes with New Mobile App','','inherit','closed','closed','','840-revision-v1','','','2018-07-05 12:31:17','2018-07-05 12:31:17','',840,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/07/05/840-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(844,1,'2018-07-05 13:24:54','2018-07-05 13:24:54','Questions, comments, or want to be included as a participant in our research? Contact us at murra172@msu.edu.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-181\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0906-e1467058832665-226x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0906\" width=\"221\" height=\"293\" /> <img class=\"alignnone wp-image-180\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0907-e1467058771840-228x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0907\" width=\"222\" height=\"292\" /> <img class=\"alignnone wp-image-179\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_3585-e1467058701702-191x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_3585\" width=\"187\" height=\"294\" /></p>\r\n<img class=\"alignnone wp-image-426 size-large\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/signature_print-1-1024x139.jpg\" alt=\"signature_print\" width=\"640\" height=\"87\" />\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://cas.msu.edu/places/departments/advertising-pr/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://cas.msu.edu/places/departments/advertising-pr/ </a></p>\r\n<strong>Office Phone: </strong>517-884-8892\r\n\r\n<strong>Email: </strong><a href=\"mailto:wordpress@myt1d.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"go\">wordpress@myt1d.org</span></a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>American Diabetes Association Website: </strong><a href=\"http://www.diabetes.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http://www.diabetes.org/</a></p>','Contact','','inherit','closed','closed','','19-revision-v1','','','2018-07-05 13:24:54','2018-07-05 13:24:54','',19,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/07/05/19-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(845,1,'2018-09-12 13:31:02','2018-09-12 13:31:02','<h3>By: Bree Holtz, PhD, Department of Advertising &amp; Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nThe last book I read this summer was Ready Player One, by Ernest Cline, and video games played an essential role throughout the story. Games are engaging, fun and (mostly) social, and because of that, they can be a particularly good tool to help people learn. When a game is developed to be fun but also have an educational element to it, they are often called “serious games.”\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-846 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Screen-Shot-2018-09-12-at-9.25.32-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />My colleagues and I recently published a review of research studies that used serious games to help kids and teens better manage their chronic illnesses. One of the most compelling findings was that the games and studies that encouraged some sort of interaction by a parent had more positive impacts than games that didn’t involve a parent.\r\n\r\nWe hypothesized that the discussions that parents might have had with the child after game play could have contributed to bigger “dose.” Meaning that the messages from the game continued to be important to the users after they were finished playing the game.\r\n\r\n(You can read the news coverage of the paper we published here: <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness</a>)\r\n\r\nThis review of games examined only studies that have been published in academic literature, which can take several years to get out. So none of the papers looked at mobile phone games.\r\n\r\nGames for health on mobile phones may not be that fun or engaging (yet), but they are coming. So, how can this help you now? One suggestion includes engaging the kids where they are at. Ask them about the game they are currently playing. What is the purpose of the game? Ask them how to play. You could also download the game and try to play it yourself and tell them about your experiences.\r\n\r\nWhat games are your kids playing? Do you play with them?','Game On!','','publish','open','open','','game-on','','','2018-09-13 18:26:41','2018-09-13 18:26:41','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=845',0,'post','',0),(846,1,'2018-09-12 13:25:58','2018-09-12 13:25:58','','Screen Shot 2018-09-12 at 9.25.32 AM','','inherit','open','closed','','screen-shot-2018-09-12-at-9-25-32-am','','','2018-09-12 13:25:58','2018-09-12 13:25:58','',845,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Screen-Shot-2018-09-12-at-9.25.32-AM.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(847,1,'2018-09-12 13:31:02','2018-09-12 13:31:02','<h3>By: Bree Holtz, PhD, Department of Advertising &amp; Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nThe last book I read this summer was Ready Player One, by Ernest Cline, and video games played an essential role throughout the story. Games are engaging, fun and (mostly) social, and because of that, they can be a particularly good tool to help people learn. When a game is developed to be fun but also have an educational element to it, they are often called “serious games.”\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-846 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Screen-Shot-2018-09-12-at-9.25.32-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />My colleagues and I recently published a review of research studies that used serious games to help kids and teens better manage their chronic illnesses. One finding that I thought was the most compelling was that the games and studies that actively encouraged some sort of interaction by a parent had more positive impacts than games that didn’t involve a parent.\r\n\r\nWe hypothesized that the discussions that parents might have had with the child after game play could have contributed to bigger “dose.” Meaning that the messages from the game continued to be important to the users after they were finished playing the game.\r\n\r\n(You can read the news coverage of the paper we published here: <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness</a>)\r\n\r\nThis review of games examined only studies that have been published in academic literature, which can take several years to get out. So none of the papers looked at mobile phone games.\r\n\r\nGames for health on mobile phones may not be that fun or engaging (yet), but they are coming. So, how can this help you now? One suggestion includes engaging the kids where they are at. Ask them about the game they are currently playing. What is the purpose of the game? Ask them how to play. You could also download the game and try to play it yourself and tell them about your experiences.\r\n\r\nWhat games are your kids playing? Do you play with them?','Game On!','','inherit','closed','closed','','845-revision-v1','','','2018-09-12 13:31:02','2018-09-12 13:31:02','',845,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/09/12/845-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(848,1,'2018-09-13 18:26:21','2018-09-13 18:26:21','<h3>By: Bree Holtz, PhD, Department of Advertising &amp; Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\nThe last book I read this summer was Ready Player One, by Ernest Cline, and video games played an essential role throughout the story. Games are engaging, fun and (mostly) social, and because of that, they can be a particularly good tool to help people learn. When a game is developed to be fun but also have an educational element to it, they are often called “serious games.”\n\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-846 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Screen-Shot-2018-09-12-at-9.25.32-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />My colleagues and I recently published a review of research studies that used serious games to help kids and teens better manage their chronic illnesses. One of the most compelling findings was that the games and studies that actively encouraged some sort of interaction by a parent had more positive impacts than games that didn’t involve a parent.\n\nWe hypothesized that the discussions that parents might have had with the child after game play could have contributed to bigger “dose.” Meaning that the messages from the game continued to be important to the users after they were finished playing the game.\n\n(You can read the news coverage of the paper we published here: <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness</a>)\n\nThis review of games examined only studies that have been published in academic literature, which can take several years to get out. So none of the papers looked at mobile phone games.\n\nGames for health on mobile phones may not be that fun or engaging (yet), but they are coming. So, how can this help you now? One suggestion includes engaging the kids where they are at. Ask them about the game they are currently playing. What is the purpose of the game? Ask them how to play. You could also download the game and try to play it yourself and tell them about your experiences.\n\nWhat games are your kids playing? Do you play with them?','Game On!','','inherit','closed','closed','','845-autosave-v1','','','2018-09-13 18:26:21','2018-09-13 18:26:21','',845,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/09/13/845-autosave-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(849,1,'2018-09-13 18:26:41','2018-09-13 18:26:41','<h3>By: Bree Holtz, PhD, Department of Advertising &amp; Public Relations, Michigan State University</h3>\r\nThe last book I read this summer was Ready Player One, by Ernest Cline, and video games played an essential role throughout the story. Games are engaging, fun and (mostly) social, and because of that, they can be a particularly good tool to help people learn. When a game is developed to be fun but also have an educational element to it, they are often called “serious games.”\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-846 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Screen-Shot-2018-09-12-at-9.25.32-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" />My colleagues and I recently published a review of research studies that used serious games to help kids and teens better manage their chronic illnesses. One of the most compelling findings was that the games and studies that encouraged some sort of interaction by a parent had more positive impacts than games that didn’t involve a parent.\r\n\r\nWe hypothesized that the discussions that parents might have had with the child after game play could have contributed to bigger “dose.” Meaning that the messages from the game continued to be important to the users after they were finished playing the game.\r\n\r\n(You can read the news coverage of the paper we published here: <a href=\"https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https://comartsci.msu.edu/research-and-creative-work/researchers-review-serious-gaming-help-children-chronic-illness</a>)\r\n\r\nThis review of games examined only studies that have been published in academic literature, which can take several years to get out. So none of the papers looked at mobile phone games.\r\n\r\nGames for health on mobile phones may not be that fun or engaging (yet), but they are coming. So, how can this help you now? One suggestion includes engaging the kids where they are at. Ask them about the game they are currently playing. What is the purpose of the game? Ask them how to play. You could also download the game and try to play it yourself and tell them about your experiences.\r\n\r\nWhat games are your kids playing? 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This research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n\r\nThis research is supported by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) grant #1-16-ICTS-045. For more information on the ADA please visit their website: <a href=\"http://diabetes.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http://diabetes.org.</a>\r\n<h2><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Team</span></strong></h2>\r\nDr. Holtz is working with a talented team of specialists in the field of diabetes and communication that includes: <strong><img class=\" wp-image-549 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/THE-MYT1D-HERO-TEAM-1-300x300.png\" alt=\"the-myt1d-hero-team-1\" width=\"318\" height=\"318\" /></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shelia Cotten</strong>, Ph.D., <strong>Denise Hershey</strong>, Ph.D., RN, FNP-BC, <strong>Amanda Holmstrom</strong>, Ph.D., <strong>Amol Pavangadkar</strong>, M.B.A., M.A. and <strong>Katharine Murray</strong>, M.A. from MSU. <strong>Julie Dunneback</strong>, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE from Sparrow Health System. <strong>Arpita Vyas</strong>, M.D. from Texas Tech University. <strong>Michael Wood</strong>, M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School, and <strong>Joshua Richman</strong>, M.D., Ph.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The team is also working with <strong>Jason Anderson</strong> to develop the app. Please see the <a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/bio/\">Team Biographies page</a> for more information.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Progress</span></strong></h2>\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-185 alignright\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0896-e1467057176165-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0896\" width=\"258\" height=\"210\" />\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We are in year 3 of our research now and are currently testing the app. We held focus groups and prototype testing with two separate groups of kids age 10-15 with T1D and their parents in order to get their feedback on our ideas and design of the mobile app. We worked with the app development team to create and then refine the app, and now we are conducting the big testing of the app.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>If you would like to more information about our studies, see the monthly T1D email information below.</em></p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Monthly T1D Email\r\n</strong></span></h2>\r\nEach month, starting in March 2017, we will be sending out an email to update you on our research progress. This email will also include the month\'s blog post and other important articles. If you are interested in receiving these emails, please email murra172@msu.edu.','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','6-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:18:42','2018-11-01 15:18:42','',6,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/6-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(853,1,'2018-11-01 15:19:07','2018-11-01 15:19:07','Bree Holtz, a researcher at Michigan State University, and her team have developed and are testing an innovative mobile phone app, called <em>MyT1D Hero</em>, to connect adolescents with type-1 diabetes (T1D) with their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\r\n\r\n<iframe src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/QG5W7RqsD5I\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe>\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-550  alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/MyT1D-Hero-Gang-e1481553643626-300x203.png\" alt=\"myt1d-hero-gang\" width=\"184\" height=\"124\" />This mobile app is unique because it links parents and kids in a way that existing technologies do not by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage the care of the child.  The main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the kid and increase positive health outcomes. This research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n\r\nThis research is supported by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) grant #1-16-ICTS-045. For more information on the ADA please visit their website: <a href=\"http://diabetes.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http://diabetes.org.</a>\r\n<h2><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Team</span></strong></h2>\r\nDr. Holtz is working with a talented team of specialists in the field of diabetes and communication that includes: <strong><img class=\" wp-image-549 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/THE-MYT1D-HERO-TEAM-1-300x300.png\" alt=\"the-myt1d-hero-team-1\" width=\"318\" height=\"318\" /></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shelia Cotten</strong>, Ph.D., <strong>Denise Hershey</strong>, Ph.D., RN, FNP-BC, <strong>Amanda Holmstrom</strong>, Ph.D., <strong>Amol Pavangadkar</strong>, M.B.A., M.A. and <strong>Katharine Murray</strong>, M.A. from MSU. <strong>Julie Dunneback</strong>, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE from Sparrow Health System. <strong>Arpita Vyas</strong>, M.D. from Texas Tech University. <strong>Michael Wood</strong>, M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School, and <strong>Joshua Richman</strong>, M.D., Ph.D. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The team is also working with <strong>Jason Anderson</strong> to develop the app. Please see the <a href=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/bio/\">Team Biographies page</a> for more information.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Progress</span></strong></h2>\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-185 alignright\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IMG_0896-e1467057176165-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0896\" width=\"258\" height=\"210\" />\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We are in year 3 of our research now and are currently testing the app. We held focus groups and prototype testing with two separate groups of kids age 10-15 with T1D and their parents in order to get their feedback on our ideas and design of the mobile app. We worked with the app development team to create and then refine the app, and now we are conducting the big testing of the app.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>If you would like to more information about our studies, see the monthly T1D email information below.</em></p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Monthly T1D Email\r\n</strong></span></h2>\r\nEach month, starting in March 2017, we will be sending out an email to update you on our research progress. This email will also include the month\'s blog post and other important articles. If you are interested in receiving these emails, please email murra172@msu.edu.','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','6-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:19:07','2018-11-01 15:19:07','',6,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/6-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(854,1,'2018-11-01 15:21:55','2018-11-01 15:21:55','<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">MyT1DHero Mobile App Study Participation Information</h2>\r\nThis study is to test a self-management mobile phone app for kids with type 1 diabetes and their parents.\r\n<h4><strong>Contact Katie to enroll! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>\r\n<h3><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-670 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/placeit5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />What is the MyT1DHero App?</strong></h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is a mobile phone app that connects kids with T1D to their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\r\n\r\nThis mobile app links parents and kids by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage T1D.\r\n\r\nThe main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the child and increase positive health outcomes.\r\n\r\nThis research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n<h3><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nKids who:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have a T1D diagnosis according to ADA guidelines</li>\r\n 	<li>Are 10-15 years old</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had T1D for at least 6 months</li>\r\n 	<li>Have an A1c greater than 7</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had at least 2 outpatient visits in the past 2 years</li>\r\n 	<li>Willing to have two HbA1c tests done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>) -OR- meet with a researcher at Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital in Grand Rapids</li>\r\n 	<li>Are fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have a parent/guardian willing to participate</li>\r\n 	<li>Are allowed to use a mobile phone for the study</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAdditionally, the parent participating must:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have an adolescent 10-15 years old with T1D</li>\r\n 	<li>Be willing to travel to a Sparrow lab (or Helen DeVos) two times</li>\r\n 	<li>Be fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have daily access to email and the internet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3><strong>What Will You Do If You Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nThe study lasts for 3 months:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Visit 1 is the enrollment meeting and acts as the start of the study (this is an in-person meeting)\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sign consent forms and other paperwork</li>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Borrow a phone if needed*</li>\r\n 	<li>Get started using the app</li>\r\n 	<li>Go to a Sparrow Lab for an HbA1c test (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2A is the end of app use\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys online</li>\r\n 	<li>Phone interviews</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Return borrowed phones</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2B is the final HbA1c test\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This must be done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n*Participants who do not have a phone or who have an iPhone will be provided an Android phone with service for the study period.\r\n<h4><strong>Do you have any questions or are you interested in participating? Contact Katie! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>','Study Participation Information','','inherit','closed','closed','','755-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:21:55','2018-11-01 15:21:55','',755,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/755-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(855,1,'2018-11-01 15:22:34','2018-11-01 15:22:34','<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">MyT1DHero Mobile App Study Participation Information</h2>\r\nThis study is to test a self-management mobile phone app for kids with type 1 diabetes and their parents.\r\n<h4><strong>Contact Katie to enroll! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>\r\n<h3><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-670 alignright\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/placeit5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />What is the MyT1DHero App?</strong></h3>\r\nMyT1DHero is a mobile phone app that connects kids with T1D to their parents to help support the transition to self-management.\r\n\r\nThis mobile app links parents and kids by creating two separate apps (one for the parent and one for the child) that work together to manage T1D.\r\n\r\nThe main goal of this research is to aid in the successful transition to self-care for the child and increase positive health outcomes.\r\n\r\nThis research will also help us to further understand what types of messages, reward systems, and technology cues can improve adherence.\r\n<h3><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nKids who:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have a T1D diagnosis according to ADA guidelines</li>\r\n 	<li>Are 10-15 years old</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had T1D for at least 6 months</li>\r\n 	<li>Have an A1c greater than 7</li>\r\n 	<li>Have had at least 2 outpatient visits in the past 2 years</li>\r\n 	<li>Willing to have two HbA1c tests done at a Sparrow Lab (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>) -OR- meet with a researcher at Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital in Grand Rapids</li>\r\n 	<li>Are fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have a parent/guardian willing to participate</li>\r\n 	<li>Are allowed to use a mobile phone for the study</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAdditionally, the parent participating must:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have an adolescent 10-15 years old with T1D</li>\r\n 	<li>Be willing to travel to a Sparrow lab (or Helen DeVos) two times</li>\r\n 	<li>Be fluent in English</li>\r\n 	<li>Have daily access to email and the internet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3><strong>What Will You Do If You Participate?</strong></h3>\r\nThe study lasts for 3 months:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Visit 1 is the enrollment meeting and acts as the start of the study (this is an in-person meeting)\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sign consent forms and other paperwork</li>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Borrow a phone if needed*</li>\r\n 	<li>Get started using the app</li>\r\n 	<li>Go to a Sparrow Lab (or Helen DeVos) for an HbA1c test (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2A is the end of app use\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Complete surveys online</li>\r\n 	<li>Phone interviews</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide meter or pump data</li>\r\n 	<li>Return borrowed phones</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>Visit 2B is the final HbA1c test\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This must be done at a Sparrow Lab (or Helen DeVos) (Lab locations <a href=\"http://www.sparrow.org/lab-locations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n*Participants who do not have a phone or who have an iPhone will be provided an Android phone with service for the study period.\r\n<h4><strong>Do you have any questions or are you interested in participating? Contact Katie! </strong><strong><a href=\"mailto:murra172@msu.edu\">murra172@msu.edu</a>; 269-986-0669</strong></h4>','Study Participation Information','','inherit','closed','closed','','755-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:22:34','2018-11-01 15:22:34','',755,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/755-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(858,1,'2018-11-01 15:35:28','2018-11-01 15:35:28','','Jose_Jimenez Vega528','','inherit','open','closed','','jose_jimenez-vega528','','','2018-11-01 15:35:28','2018-11-01 15:35:28','',17,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Jose_Jimenez-Vega528.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(859,1,'2018-11-01 15:37:07','2018-11-01 15:37:07','<img class=\" wp-image-206 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/B.-Holtz-Photo-294x300.jpg\" alt=\"B. Holtz Photo\" width=\"190\" height=\"194\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Bree E. Holtz</strong> is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of CommunicationArts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Holtz’s broad research interest centers around understanding the adoption of information communication technologies and its impact on health care access and delivery. Her prior research has examined the use of mobile phones in asthma and diabetes management, online health literacy, adoption and utilization of telemedicine technologies in a health setting, and using innovative telecommunications technologies to improve access to health care.  Her current research interests include understanding the implementation and utilization of mHealth technologies while improving patient centered care.\r\n\r\nHoltz received her master’s degree from the London School of Economics, her PhD from Michigan State University, and completed a post-doc at the Center for Clinical Management Research, Ann Arbor VA Healthcare System. She has published work in communication, technology, and medical journals. Dr. Holtz’s research is funded by the American Diabetes Association and Health Resources and Services Administration.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-303 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Wood-Photo-e1468432588139.jpg\" alt=\"Wood Photo\" width=\"187\" height=\"209\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Michael Wood</strong>, MD is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at University of MichiganMedical School and Clinical Director of the Pediatric Diabetes Program.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood\'s main clinical research focus has been on improving the care of children with type 1 diabetes.  Many of his previous studies have involved the use of technology to improve diabetes care and control with an eventual goal of participation in the first national studies of the artificial pancreas in children.  Since he joined the University of Michigan pediatric diabetes team in April 2013 as its clinical director, they have identified the improvement of transition from pediatric to adult care as an important clinical focus.  Dr. Wood has been working with Dr. Holtz and her team to see if using technology (app) will improve diabetes control and the transition process.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood attended the University of Michigan for both undergraduate studies and medical school. After completing medical school, Dr. Wood served his internship and pediatric residency, as well as a pediatric endocrinology fellowship, at Harvard’s Boston Children’s Hospital from 1988–1994. From 1994 until 2013, Dr. Wood was the Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-323\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Julie-Dunneback-e1469710835307-214x300.jpg\" alt=\"Julie Dunneback\" width=\"167\" height=\"234\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Julie Dunneback</strong>, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner working in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan.\r\n\r\nDunneback\'s full time clinical focus is working with children and adolescents with Type 1 diabetes. She is particularly interested in how the use of technology may reduce the burden of care that families face when their child has diabetes. Use of research to help facilitate the transition from parental care of the child\'s diabetes, to the adolescent becoming independent in diabetes self-management, is especially important to her clinical role.\r\n\r\nPrevious research interests <wbr />include the use of nursing interventions to treat children\'s postoperative pain and the use of distraction to reduce pain, fear and behavioral distress in children in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.\r\n\r\nDunneback received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Michigan State University, and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wayne State University.  She has been in practice for the past 36 years, caring for children in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.  She has 22 years of experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner, which includes educating parents and children about diabetes and diabetes self-care.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><img class=\" wp-image-858 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Jose_Jimenez-Vega528.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"185\" height=\"185\" />José Jiménez-Vega</strong>, MD, is a pediatrician specializing in pediatric endocrinology at Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Jiménez-Vega earned his medical degree from Universidad de Ciencias Médicas in San José, Costa Rica. He completed his pediatric residency at University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis and his pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Ohio.\r\n\r\nDr. Jiménez-Vega\'s clinical interests include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes (including cystic fibrosis-related diabetes), Turner syndrome, effects of chemotherapy and radiation on the endocrine system, and total pancreatectomy and auto islet cell transplantation in patients with chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Jimenez-Vega is fluent in both Spanish and English.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-336 \" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/MSU-Outside-Photo-9-2015-e1469729696569-238x300.jpg\" alt=\"MSU Outside Photo - 9-2015\" width=\"176\" height=\"222\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Shelia R. Cotten</strong> is a Professor in the Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Cotten studies technology use across the life course and the social, educational, and health impacts of that use. She conducts large-scale community based intervention studies designed to use technology to enhance various aspects of quality of life.\r\n\r\nPrior to joining MSU, Dr. Cotten was a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-265 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/SoltowHershey_Denise-e1468251659322.jpg\" alt=\"SoltowHershey_Denise\" width=\"189\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Denise Hershey</strong>, PhD, MSN, FNP-BC is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing atMichigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Hershey’s research interest is in the area of self-management of multi-morbidities in adults, the self-management of prior existing chronic conditions and care management/coordination for patients with multiple chronic diseases.\r\n\r\nHershey received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, MI, and her Master of Science as well as her PhD in Nursing from Michigan State University. Dr. Hershey has over 20 years of experience as a family nurse practitioner, working with patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. Dr. Hershey has extensive experience educating and working with adults regarding the self-management of their chronic conditions.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\" wp-image-248 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Screen-Shot-2016-07-06-at-12.34.28-PM-288x300.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2016-07-06 at 12.34.28 PM\" width=\"192\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Amanda Holmstrom</strong> is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication in theCollege of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nHer scholarly work focuses primarily on the communication of various forms of social support (including informational, tangible, network, emotional, and esteem support) in relationships and their association with indices of physical, mental, and relational well-being. Other, related areas of interest include relational and family communication, health communication (such as provider-patient communication), gender and sex differences in supportive communication, and the development and maintenance of self-esteem.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-415 \" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/joshua_richman-2-e1475781135872-262x300.jpg\" alt=\"joshua_richman-2\" width=\"175\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Joshua Richman</strong> has an MD and PhD in Biostatistics and is an AssociateProfessor of Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham with secondary appointments in Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics. He has extensive experience with the design and analysis of pragmatic community-based clinical trials and with the analysis of large observational datasets. His other research interests include nonlinear model and risk-estimation for diabetes, cardiac events and surgical outcomes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-361 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Murray-Katharine-09132016-2794-1-copy-300x288.jpg\" alt=\"New Faculty\" width=\"186\" height=\"179\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Katharine Mitchell</strong> is an Outreach Specialist and Grant Project Manager in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nMitchell acts as the coordinator for all grant-related communications and tasks in order to enhance collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders including hospital and clinic staff. She is also responsible for training, recruitment and event logistic materials for the research participants and clinical staff. Murray also acts as the media liaison for all grant related publicity, including crafting and disseminating press releases, creating flyers, social media management and developing and maintaining website content.\r\n\r\nMitchell received both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the Department of Communication at Michigan State University.','Team Biographies','','inherit','closed','closed','','17-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:37:07','2018-11-01 15:37:07','',17,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/17-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(860,1,'2018-11-01 15:38:40','2018-11-01 15:38:40','<img class=\" wp-image-206 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/B.-Holtz-Photo-294x300.jpg\" alt=\"B. Holtz Photo\" width=\"190\" height=\"194\" /><strong>Dr. Bree E. Holtz</strong>, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of CommunicationArts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Holtz’s broad research interest centers around understanding the adoption of information communication technologies and its impact on health care access and delivery. Her prior research has examined the use of mobile phones in asthma and diabetes management, online health literacy, adoption and utilization of telemedicine technologies in a health setting, and using innovative telecommunications technologies to improve access to health care.  Her current research interests include understanding the implementation and utilization of mHealth technologies while improving patient centered care.\r\n\r\nHoltz received her master’s degree from the London School of Economics, her PhD from Michigan State University, and completed a post-doc at the Center for Clinical Management Research, Ann Arbor VA Healthcare System. She has published work in communication, technology, and medical journals. Dr. Holtz’s research is funded by the American Diabetes Association and Health Resources and Services Administration.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-303 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Wood-Photo-e1468432588139.jpg\" alt=\"Wood Photo\" width=\"187\" height=\"209\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Michael Wood</strong>, MD, is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at University of MichiganMedical School and Clinical Director of the Pediatric Diabetes Program.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood\'s main clinical research focus has been on improving the care of children with type 1 diabetes.  Many of his previous studies have involved the use of technology to improve diabetes care and control with an eventual goal of participation in the first national studies of the artificial pancreas in children.  Since he joined the University of Michigan pediatric diabetes team in April 2013 as its clinical director, they have identified the improvement of transition from pediatric to adult care as an important clinical focus.  Dr. Wood has been working with Dr. Holtz and her team to see if using technology (app) will improve diabetes control and the transition process.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood attended the University of Michigan for both undergraduate studies and medical school. After completing medical school, Dr. Wood served his internship and pediatric residency, as well as a pediatric endocrinology fellowship, at Harvard’s Boston Children’s Hospital from 1988–1994. From 1994 until 2013, Dr. Wood was the Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-323\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Julie-Dunneback-e1469710835307-214x300.jpg\" alt=\"Julie Dunneback\" width=\"167\" height=\"234\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Julie Dunneback</strong>, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner working in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan.\r\n\r\nDunneback\'s full time clinical focus is working with children and adolescents with Type 1 diabetes. She is particularly interested in how the use of technology may reduce the burden of care that families face when their child has diabetes. Use of research to help facilitate the transition from parental care of the child\'s diabetes, to the adolescent becoming independent in diabetes self-management, is especially important to her clinical role.\r\n\r\nPrevious research interests <wbr />include the use of nursing interventions to treat children\'s postoperative pain and the use of distraction to reduce pain, fear and behavioral distress in children in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.\r\n\r\nDunneback received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Michigan State University, and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wayne State University.  She has been in practice for the past 36 years, caring for children in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.  She has 22 years of experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner, which includes educating parents and children about diabetes and diabetes self-care.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><img class=\" wp-image-858 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Jose_Jimenez-Vega528.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"185\" height=\"185\" />Dr. José Jiménez-Vega</strong>, MD, is a pediatrician specializing in pediatric endocrinology at Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Jiménez-Vega earned his medical degree from Universidad de Ciencias Médicas in San José, Costa Rica. He completed his pediatric residency at University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis and his pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Ohio.\r\n\r\nDr. Jiménez-Vega\'s clinical interests include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes (including cystic fibrosis-related diabetes), Turner syndrome, effects of chemotherapy and radiation on the endocrine system, and total pancreatectomy and auto islet cell transplantation in patients with chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Jimenez-Vega is fluent in both Spanish and English.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-336 \" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/MSU-Outside-Photo-9-2015-e1469729696569-238x300.jpg\" alt=\"MSU Outside Photo - 9-2015\" width=\"176\" height=\"222\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Shelia R. Cotten</strong>, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Cotten studies technology use across the life course and the social, educational, and health impacts of that use. She conducts large-scale community based intervention studies designed to use technology to enhance various aspects of quality of life.\r\n\r\nPrior to joining MSU, Dr. Cotten was a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-265 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/SoltowHershey_Denise-e1468251659322.jpg\" alt=\"SoltowHershey_Denise\" width=\"189\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Denise Hershey</strong>, PhD, MSN, FNP-BC is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing atMichigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Hershey’s research interest is in the area of self-management of multi-morbidities in adults, the self-management of prior existing chronic conditions and care management/coordination for patients with multiple chronic diseases.\r\n\r\nHershey received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, MI, and her Master of Science as well as her PhD in Nursing from Michigan State University. Dr. Hershey has over 20 years of experience as a family nurse practitioner, working with patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. Dr. Hershey has extensive experience educating and working with adults regarding the self-management of their chronic conditions.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\" wp-image-248 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Screen-Shot-2016-07-06-at-12.34.28-PM-288x300.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2016-07-06 at 12.34.28 PM\" width=\"192\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Amanda Holmstrom</strong>, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication in theCollege of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nHer scholarly work focuses primarily on the communication of various forms of social support (including informational, tangible, network, emotional, and esteem support) in relationships and their association with indices of physical, mental, and relational well-being. Other, related areas of interest include relational and family communication, health communication (such as provider-patient communication), gender and sex differences in supportive communication, and the development and maintenance of self-esteem.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-415 \" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/joshua_richman-2-e1475781135872-262x300.jpg\" alt=\"joshua_richman-2\" width=\"175\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Joshua Richman</strong>, MD, PhD<strong>,</strong> has an MD and PhD in Biostatistics and is an AssociateProfessor of Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham with secondary appointments in Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics. He has extensive experience with the design and analysis of pragmatic community-based clinical trials and with the analysis of large observational datasets. His other research interests include nonlinear model and risk-estimation for diabetes, cardiac events and surgical outcomes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-361 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Murray-Katharine-09132016-2794-1-copy-300x288.jpg\" alt=\"New Faculty\" width=\"186\" height=\"179\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Katharine Mitchell</strong> is an Outreach Specialist and Grant Project Manager in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nMitchell acts as the coordinator for all grant-related communications and tasks in order to enhance collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders including hospital and clinic staff. She is also responsible for training, recruitment and event logistic materials for the research participants and clinical staff. Murray also acts as the media liaison for all grant related publicity, including crafting and disseminating press releases, creating flyers, social media management and developing and maintaining website content.\r\n\r\nMitchell received both her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the Department of Communication at Michigan State University.','Team Biographies','','inherit','closed','closed','','17-revision-v1','','','2018-11-01 15:38:40','2018-11-01 15:38:40','',17,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/2018/11/01/17-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(861,1,'2018-11-01 15:39:08','2018-11-01 15:39:08','<img class=\" wp-image-206 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/B.-Holtz-Photo-294x300.jpg\" alt=\"B. Holtz Photo\" width=\"190\" height=\"194\" /><strong>Dr. Bree E. Holtz</strong>, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of CommunicationArts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Holtz’s broad research interest centers around understanding the adoption of information communication technologies and its impact on health care access and delivery. Her prior research has examined the use of mobile phones in asthma and diabetes management, online health literacy, adoption and utilization of telemedicine technologies in a health setting, and using innovative telecommunications technologies to improve access to health care.  Her current research interests include understanding the implementation and utilization of mHealth technologies while improving patient centered care.\r\n\r\nHoltz received her master’s degree from the London School of Economics, her PhD from Michigan State University, and completed a post-doc at the Center for Clinical Management Research, Ann Arbor VA Healthcare System. She has published work in communication, technology, and medical journals. Dr. Holtz’s research is funded by the American Diabetes Association and Health Resources and Services Administration.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-303 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Wood-Photo-e1468432588139.jpg\" alt=\"Wood Photo\" width=\"187\" height=\"209\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Michael Wood</strong>, MD, is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at University of MichiganMedical School and Clinical Director of the Pediatric Diabetes Program.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood\'s main clinical research focus has been on improving the care of children with type 1 diabetes.  Many of his previous studies have involved the use of technology to improve diabetes care and control with an eventual goal of participation in the first national studies of the artificial pancreas in children.  Since he joined the University of Michigan pediatric diabetes team in April 2013 as its clinical director, they have identified the improvement of transition from pediatric to adult care as an important clinical focus.  Dr. Wood has been working with Dr. Holtz and her team to see if using technology (app) will improve diabetes control and the transition process.\r\n\r\nDr. Wood attended the University of Michigan for both undergraduate studies and medical school. After completing medical school, Dr. Wood served his internship and pediatric residency, as well as a pediatric endocrinology fellowship, at Harvard’s Boston Children’s Hospital from 1988–1994. From 1994 until 2013, Dr. Wood was the Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-323\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Julie-Dunneback-e1469710835307-214x300.jpg\" alt=\"Julie Dunneback\" width=\"167\" height=\"234\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Julie Dunneback</strong>, MSN, APRN, BC, CPNP, CDE is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner working in the Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan.\r\n\r\nDunneback\'s full time clinical focus is working with children and adolescents with Type 1 diabetes. She is particularly interested in how the use of technology may reduce the burden of care that families face when their child has diabetes. Use of research to help facilitate the transition from parental care of the child\'s diabetes, to the adolescent becoming independent in diabetes self-management, is especially important to her clinical role.\r\n\r\nPrevious research interests <wbr />include the use of nursing interventions to treat children\'s postoperative pain and the use of distraction to reduce pain, fear and behavioral distress in children in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.\r\n\r\nDunneback received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Michigan State University, and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wayne State University.  She has been in practice for the past 36 years, caring for children in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.  She has 22 years of experience as a pediatric nurse practitioner, which includes educating parents and children about diabetes and diabetes self-care.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><img class=\" wp-image-858 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Jose_Jimenez-Vega528.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"185\" height=\"185\" />Dr. José Jiménez-Vega</strong>, MD, is a pediatrician specializing in pediatric endocrinology at Helen DeVos Children\'s Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Jiménez-Vega earned his medical degree from Universidad de Ciencias Médicas in San José, Costa Rica. He completed his pediatric residency at University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis and his pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Ohio.\r\n\r\nDr. Jiménez-Vega\'s clinical interests include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes (including cystic fibrosis-related diabetes), Turner syndrome, effects of chemotherapy and radiation on the endocrine system, and total pancreatectomy and auto islet cell transplantation in patients with chronic pancreatitis. Dr. Jimenez-Vega is fluent in both Spanish and English.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-336 \" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/MSU-Outside-Photo-9-2015-e1469729696569-238x300.jpg\" alt=\"MSU Outside Photo - 9-2015\" width=\"176\" height=\"222\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Shelia R. Cotten</strong>, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Media and Information at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Cotten studies technology use across the life course and the social, educational, and health impacts of that use. She conducts large-scale community based intervention studies designed to use technology to enhance various aspects of quality of life.\r\n\r\nPrior to joining MSU, Dr. Cotten was a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-265 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/SoltowHershey_Denise-e1468251659322.jpg\" alt=\"SoltowHershey_Denise\" width=\"189\" height=\"206\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Denise Hershey</strong>, PhD, MSN, FNP-BC is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing atMichigan State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Hershey’s research interest is in the area of self-management of multi-morbidities in adults, the self-management of prior existing chronic conditions and care management/coordination for patients with multiple chronic diseases.\r\n\r\nHershey received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nazareth College in Kalamazoo, MI, and her Master of Science as well as her PhD in Nursing from Michigan State University. Dr. Hershey has over 20 years of experience as a family nurse practitioner, working with patients with diabetes and other chronic conditions. Dr. Hershey has extensive experience educating and working with adults regarding the self-management of their chronic conditions.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\" wp-image-248 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Screen-Shot-2016-07-06-at-12.34.28-PM-288x300.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2016-07-06 at 12.34.28 PM\" width=\"192\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Amanda Holmstrom</strong>, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication in theCollege of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nHer scholarly work focuses primarily on the communication of various forms of social support (including informational, tangible, network, emotional, and esteem support) in relationships and their association with indices of physical, mental, and relational well-being. Other, related areas of interest include relational and family communication, health communication (such as provider-patient communication), gender and sex differences in supportive communication, and the development and maintenance of self-esteem.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignleft wp-image-415 \" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/joshua_richman-2-e1475781135872-262x300.jpg\" alt=\"joshua_richman-2\" width=\"175\" height=\"200\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Dr. Joshua Richman</strong>, MD, PhD<strong>,</strong> has an MD and PhD in Biostatistics and is an AssociateProfessor of Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham with secondary appointments in Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics. He has extensive experience with the design and analysis of pragmatic community-based clinical trials and with the analysis of large observational datasets. His other research interests include nonlinear model and risk-estimation for diabetes, cardiac events and surgical outcomes.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img class=\"wp-image-361 alignleft\" src=\"http://myt1d.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Murray-Katharine-09132016-2794-1-copy-300x288.jpg\" alt=\"New Faculty\" width=\"186\" height=\"179\" />\r\n\r\n<strong>Katharine Mitchell</strong> is an Outreach Specialist and Grant Project Manager in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University.\r\n\r\nMitchell acts as the coordinator for all grant-related communications and tasks in order to enhance collaboration among both internal and external stakeholders including hospital and clinic staff. She is also responsible for training, recruitment and event logistic materials for the research participants and clinical staff. 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Both parents and kids have stories about friends and relatives who do not understand the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, often making comments about how the child will ‘just grow out of it’ or ‘if you just feed your child healthier food, they will get better.’\r\n\r\nThe stories from the T1D families we have met through our research inspired the collaboration between the MyT1DHero team and WKAR to produce videos that aim to spread awareness about type 1 diabetes. Two videos will air on TV this month on the PBS Family channel. For World Diabetes Day, we are announcing the next video that can be watched below.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdt4NlFjd1U&amp;t=1s\r\n\r\nT1D is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s pancreas stops producing insulin. Insulin helps the body get energy from the food that we eat. Individuals with T1D do not make their own insulin, so they must regularly monitor their blood sugar and balance their insulin doses with eating and exercise.\r\n\r\nImportantly, T1D has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. Instead, scientists believe that genetic and environmental factors are the major causes of T1D. Unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done to prevent T1D and there is no cure.','World Diabetes Day: Bringing Awareness to Type 1 Diabetes','','publish','open','open','','world-diabetes-day-bringing-awareness-to-type-1-diabetes','','','2018-11-08 19:13:49','2018-11-08 19:13:49','',0,'http://myt1d.org/wordpress/?p=863',0,'post','',0),(864,1,'2018-11-08 19:13:49','2018-11-08 19:13:49','Through our research, we have heard from many families who talk about the stigma around type 1 diabetes (T1D). Both parents and kids have stories about friends and relatives who do not understand the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, often making comments about how the child will ‘just grow out of it’ or ‘if you just feed your child healthier food, they will get better.’\r\n\r\nThe stories from the T1D families we have met through our research inspired the collaboration between the MyT1DHero team and WKAR to produce videos that aim to spread awareness about type 1 diabetes. Two videos will air on TV this month on the PBS Family channel. For World Diabetes Day, we are announcing the next video that can be watched below.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdt4NlFjd1U&amp;t=1s\r\n\r\nT1D is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s pancreas stops producing insulin. Insulin helps the body get energy from the food that we eat. 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