‘They use the little information they have to pass judgement’: A framework analysis of type 1 diabetes stigma experienced by UK adults living with type 1 diabetes
Authors' conclusion
This study has provided the first systematic qualitative analysis of T1D-stigma in the UK. In line with other diabetes-related stigma research, T1D-stigma was broad in its manifestations and impact. Participants volunteered information about T1D-stigma management, despite not being explicitly asked about this, highlighting approaches that could inform future interventions.
Study context
- Population
- UK-based adults (aged ≥18 years) with T1D who endorsed ≥1 item on the T1D stigma assessment scale (diabetes stigma assessment scale (DSAS-1))framework analysis
- Participants
- 337 adults
- Outcome
- T1D-stigma experiences
Methodological detailsframework analysis, online survey
- Framework analysis
- Online survey
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Respondents endorsing ≥1 instance of perceived or experienced stigma
96%
Themes developed
5
Sub-themes developed
19
Observational data: associations, not effects.
Original publication
‘They use the little information they have to pass judgement’: A framework analysis of type 1 diabetes stigma experienced by UK adults living with type 1 diabetes. Diabet Med. Published 13 December 2025. doi:10.
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