INTERPRETATION In type 2 diabetes , there are improvements in long-term glycaemic control and psychological distress but not in weight control or blood glucose concentration in people who receive psychological therapies
BACKGROUND Adherence difficulties and psychological problems are associated with poor glycaemic control  in diabetes .
We undertook a systematic review and meta- analysis of psychological therapies to assess their effectiveness in improving glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes .
Improved control of type 2 diabetes mellitus: a practical education/behavior modification program in a primary care clinic.
BACKGROUND This study was done to determine the efficacy and ease of administration of education/behavior modification classes , provided by a nurse and a dietitian in a primary care clinic for improving control of type 2 diabetes mellitus .  METHODS Patients were divided r and omly into two groups . Eighteen patients completed 6 months of structured , office-based classes , and 20 similar patients served as control subjects . All were patients of the same group practice and had their usual office visits .  Glycemic control , lipid levels , body weight , knowledge about diabetes , medication requirements , and symptoms were monitored during the 6 months , with follow-up at 12 months . RESULTS At the end of 6 months , the intervention group had significant reductions in mean fasting blood glucose , glycosylated hemoglobin , total cholesterol , and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol ( LDL-C ) values . Their mean body weight was significantly reduced at 12 months , and their knowledge of diabetes was improved . Control patients had significant improvement only in glycosylated hemoglobin and body weight at 6 months . Minimal physician time was required . CONCLUSION The education/behavior modification program was clinical ly worthwhile , and it was easy to administer
INTERPRETATION In type 2 diabetes , there are improvements in long-term glycaemic control and psychological distress but not in weight control or blood glucose concentration in people who receive psychological therapies
BACKGROUND Adherence difficulties and psychological problems are associated with poor glycaemic control  in diabetes .
We undertook a systematic review and meta- analysis of psychological therapies to assess their effectiveness in improving glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes .