Development of the diabetes family adherence measure (D-FAM)

Adam B. Lewin; Gary R. Geffken; Laura B. Williams; Danny C. Duke; Eric A. Storch; Janet H. Silverstein

doi:10.1080/02739610903455111

Development of the diabetes family adherence measure (D-FAM)

Adam B. Lewin, Gary R. Geffken, Laura B. Williams, Danny C. Duke, Eric A. Storch, Janet H. Silverstein

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Abstract

The objective of this research was to develop and validate the Diabetes Family Adherence Measure (D-FAM), a comprehensive and up-to-date tool designed for the assessment of adherence-related parenting behaviors for youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Further, this article outlines an empirical approach for scale design. First, experts reviewed a battery of potential items to create a preliminary version of the D-FAM. Subsequently, 165 youth with T1D and their families completed an initial administration. A parsimonious measure resulted, consisting of 19 items with 4 additional validity items. Factor analysis identified supportive, coercive, control, and monitoring subscales. D-FAM factors were generally associated with both adherence and health status (HbA1c [glycosolated hemoglobin]), as well as with extant scales of family functioning. Strong internal consistency, test-retest reliability, and construct-convergent reliability were obtained. This initial evaluation of the D-FAM suggests utility for efficient evaluation of family functioning related to adherence and glycemic control for research and clinical purposes.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	15-33
Number of pages	19
Journal	Children's Health Care
Volume	39
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/02739610903455111
State	Published - Jan 1 2010

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Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Clinical Psychology

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