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An Exploration of the Experiences of Young Women Living with Type 1 Diabetes

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, UK, catharinek{at}hotmail.com

Jason Davies

ABM University NHS Trust, UK

Deborah Gamsu

Health and Medical Division, Psychological Health Sheffield, UK

Maria Jarman

Health and Medical Division, Psychological Health Sheffield, UK

The aim of this research was to explore young women's experience of living with type 1 diabetes. Nine young women aged between 18 and 24 took part in semi-structured interviews. Data were analysed using Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis. Four main super-ordinate themes emerged; `the relationship with the body', `personal challenges', `the impact of relationships' and `changing and adapting'. These themes provide a deeper understanding of the issues faced by young women with type 1 diabetes. The implications for clinical practice are discussed.

Key Words: qualitative research • type 1 diabetes • young women

Journal of Health Psychology, Vol. 14, No. 2, 242-250 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1359105308100208


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