Name of Study

The occupational impacts from self-management of type 1 diabetes on adolescents transitioning to secondary school.

Purpose of Study (300 words)

The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of self-management of Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM) on the occupational engagement and participation of adolescents in secondary school. While international research highlights the effects of T1DM on adolescents’ quality of life, no occupational therapy studies have examined adolescents’ perspectives on diabetes management during the transition to secondary school within an Irish context. This research aims to address this gap by exploring the experiences of Irish teenagers and comparing them to those of adolescents in other countries. Given the complex nature of diabetes and the pivotal role of the school environment, the study will examine the occupational roles and demands placed on adolescents with T1DM, particularly regarding academic performance and meaningful occupational engagement. Specifically, it aims to identify the factors influencing their participation and to explore the barriers and facilitators of effective self-management in a school setting

Type of Study (observational/exploratory etc)

Given the exploratory nature of this research, a qualitative descriptive approach was employed to examine the lived experiences of adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM). This methodology facilitates an in-depth understanding of how T1DM influences their engagement and participation in meaningful occupations, providing rich, contextual insights into the challenges and facilitators of self-management within a secondary school setting.

Are you recruiting participants for this trial?

• Yes

State geographical location of study (city/county/country) (single or multiple sites)

south-east region of Ireland (Munster)

Who can take part?

Adolescents (male and female) between the ages of 12 to 15 with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes who are attending secondary school in Ireland can take part in this study.

What will the participants be asked to do? (max 300 words)

Participants will engage in an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams. They will be invited to share their perspectives and experiences of attending secondary school while managing Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM). Each interview is expected to last approximately 30 to 60 minutes. Instructions regarding the use of MS Teams will be provided to participants prior to the interview.

Recruitment Start Date

03/10/2025

Recruitment Finish Date

31/03/2025

Study Duration

September 2024 to July/August 2025

This study is funded by:

This study is conducted by undergraduate students and therefore is not funded.

For further information contact:

bryan.boyle@ucc.ie

Phone

Orla +353858696058 or Fiadh +353838943712

Email

121712859@umail.ucc.ie

NAME – completed this form

Orla Forde and Fiadh Colleran

Ethical Approval & Relevant Documents & Logo’s

• SRECApplicationForm_F_O_V4_Revision-2.pdf