In spite of several new medications and insulins for the control of blood sugars in patients
with diabetes, a large number of patients do not have good control. This likely due to
inability to carry out regular activities and self-care behaviors such as taking meds
regularly, keeping a good diet, exercise etc. This inability to carry out self care lifestyle
changes may be due to a condition called apathy. Apathy is a lack of motivation and
persistence. In this study we will attempt to treat apathy with a medication called
methylphenidate for 6 months and see if blood sugar/diabetes control improves.
Phase:
N/A
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Lead Sponsor:
US Department of Veterans Affairs VA Office of Research and Development