Young adults' management of Type 1 diabetes during life transitions

Abstract

Aim. To identify life transitions likely to impact diabetes self-care among young adults with Type 1 diabetes and their coping strategies during transition events. Background. Relationships among psychosocial stress, adjustment, coping and metabolic control affect clinical outcomes and mental health. Life transitions represent major change and are associated with stress that temporarily affects individuals' problem-solving, coping abilities and blood glucose levels. Design. A qualitative interpretive inquiry. Method. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 young adults with Type 1 diabetes and a constant comparative analysis method. Data and analysis was managed using QSR© NVivo 7 ..