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Recovery factors and development of a grounded theory of recovery in type 1 disordered eating
1Bangor University, Bangor, UK.
Aims:
Type 1 disordered eating (T1DE) is an unofficial diagnostic term that describes specific eating disorder behaviours in individuals living with type 1 diabetes. This study aimed to develop a recovery model for individuals living with T1DE.
Methods:
Thirteen people met the study criteria and participated in semi-structured interviews. Interviews were analysed using constructivist grounded theory.
Results:
A theory of recovery was developed by data grounded in the narratives of people with lived experience. Five major categories were constructed and linked to the process of recovery. These are presented as the 5rs of recovery: (1) readiness to change, (2) roadblocks, (3) recovery factors, (4) risk factors and (5) relapse. Underpinning each category is a combination of biological, psychological, social and systemic factors.
Conclusions:
Our findings propose a theory on the process of recovery and present common recovery factors. The presented model of recovery could be used as a formulation tool to help individuals living with T1DE and their healthcare teams, both in mental health and diabetes settings. Those working with this population may want to consider how their services can facilitate any of the listed recovery factors as well as limit the barriers mentioned.
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