Research study: Living well with diabetes

If you’re currently living with either Type 1 or 2 diabetes and have any positive stories of living well with diabetes to share, read on…

Research study

“My name is Deané Booysen, and I am currently a Master’s student at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Pretoria. You are being invited to take part in my research study. This research study focuses on exploring the positive experiences of living with diabetes and will be conducted under the supervision of Dr Sonja Mostert.

Furthermore, participating in this study would provide you with the opportunity to take an empowering stance and support others living with diabetes in reframing their experiences with the condition, helping them discover new opportunities, growth, and optimism in their diagnosis.

Purpose of the study

The purpose of this study is to explore positive experiences linked to diabetes from the perspective of adults diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, since very few studies have focused on the positive aspects of living with diabetes.

Inclusion Criteria

• Participants must have a formal diagnosis of either Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes.
• Participants must follow a treatment regimen for diabetes (oral medication; lifestyle changes; insulin therapy).
• Participants must have been diagnosed with diabetes for at least 6 months before the start of the study
• Participants must be older than 18 years.
• Participants must be proficient in English

What does this study require from me?

• You will be expected to participate in a one-on-one interview.
• This can be done either online via Zoom or in person, depending on your preference.
• The duration of the interview will be approximately between 40 minutes to an hour.
• Participation is completely voluntary
• Anonymity and confidentiality will be ensured

This study has received written approval from the Research Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Humanities, University of Pretoria. Ref nr: HUM001/0626

Contact information

For your convenience, scan the QR Code and submit your contact details on this form, or please feel free to contact me on the following:

Contact number: 072 258 5538

Email address: deanebooysen84@gmail.com