Caring Under Constraints: A Qualitative Study of Parental Needs in Pediatric Diabetes in Zabol
Authors' conclusion
Parents of children with T1DM in Zabol experience substantial unmet emotional, social, and systemic needs. Addressing these challenges requires structured peer support, culturally sensitive community education to reduce stigma, and expanded access to affordable healthcare. These findings provide a foundation for developing targeted interventions to strengthen resilience and improve outcomes among families in underserved rural regions.
Study context
- Population
- Parents of children aged 4–17 years with T1D for at least 6 months, Zabol, Iran (rural, resource-scarce region)25 mothers · 11 fathers
- Participants
- 36 parents
- Outcome
- Lived experiences and support needs of parents caring for children with T1D
Methodological detailssemistructured interviews, thematic analysis (Braun and Clarke's six-step framework), COREQ reporting guidelines
- Semistructured interviews
- Thematic analysis (Braun and Clarke's six-step framework)
- COREQ reporting guidelines
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Overarching themes (3)
Financial strain (monthly)
2-15 million IRR
Original publication
Caring Under Constraints: A Qualitative Study of Parental Needs in Pediatric Diabetes in Zabol. Pediatr Diabetes. Published 26 October 2025. doi:10.
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