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J A Nettleton1, A E Burton1, R C Povey1
1Staffordshire Centre for Psychological Research, School of Health, Science and Wellbeing, Staffordshire University.
Aims:
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) has physical, emotional, and social consequences and little is known how adults cope with the condition long term. This research aimed to use a novel photo-elicitation technique to gain in-depth insight into the personal coping experiences of adults living with T1D.
Methods:
In-depth photo elicitation interviews were employed to collect data and transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis.
Results:
Participant-led data revealed an overarching theme of the relentlessness of the condition. Continuous self-management tasks infiltrated participants' lives and had a significant impact on coping experiences. A range of techniques and resources were used to cope including using alarms and reminders, diabetes technology, interpersonal relationships, supportive healthcare services and seeking a mind-body balance.
Conclusions:
Technology shows promise for easing the burden of the condition, expert-led online support would be of benefit, and peer support should be prioritised within interventions for adults with T1D.
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