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This study aims to explore perceptions and experiences of diabetes-related stigma among adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

July 1, 2014BMJ OpenOpen Access

‘I'm not a druggie, I'm just a diabetic’: a qualitative study of stigma from the perspective of adults with type 1 diabetes

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Qualitative study explores diabetes-related stigma in adults with type 1 diabetes, suggesting intervention strategies.

This study aims to explore perceptions and experiences of diabetes-related stigma among adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Conducted semistructured interviews with adults aged ≥18 years with type 1 diabetes in non-clinical settings.
A total of 27 adults participated, with data analyzed using thematic analysis.
Participants reported experiencing stigma specific to type 1 diabetes and stigma-by-association with type 2 diabetes.
Stigma was characterized by negative social judgement, exclusion, and discrimination.
Participants identified various sources of stigma, including media, family, and healthcare professionals.

Browne et al. (2014) studied this question.

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