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Positive psychology interventions help adolescents with type 1 diabetes adapt to closed-loop technology. The Flourish Diabetes Programme is a new online resource developed to support this adjustment and enhance well-being.

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  • Psychology
  • Endocrinology
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Adolescents with type 1 diabetes experience unique challenges adapting to closed-loop technology.
  • Positive psychology interventions show promise in improving psychological adjustment and well-being.
  • Effective use of medical technology can be supported by psychological interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development, content, and evaluation of the Flourish Diabetes Programme.
  • To create a positive psychology intervention for adolescents with type 1 diabetes using closed-loop technology.
  • To facilitate psychological adjustment to closed-loop technology in adolescents with type 1 diabetes.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research with adolescents and document analysis informed programme development.
  • The Delphi method was employed for expert evaluation and refinement.
  • An iterative design and development model guided the creation process.

Main Results:

  • Expert feedback from the Delphi panel was integral to refining the Flourish Diabetes Programme.
  • The intervention was shaped into a user-centered and evidence-based resource.
  • The programme was finalized based on expert recommendations.

Conclusions:

  • The Flourish Diabetes Programme is a tailored online intervention for adolescents with type 1 diabetes using closed-loop technology.
  • The programme aims to promote positive adjustment and support technology adoption.
  • This represents a novel approach to managing medical technology in adolescents with type 1 diabetes.