Impact of caregivers' psychological well-being on mental health and disease management in children with type 1 diabetes: A cross-sectional study using structural equation modeling

Key Points

• Caregivers' psychological well-being significantly affects children's mental health outcomes.
• A structural equation modeling approach revealed strong connections between caregiver and child health statuses.
• The study used a cross-sectional design to examine the relationships among caregivers' well-being, children's mental health, and diabetes management.
• These findings highlight the importance of addressing caregivers' mental health for improved disease management outcomes.