Exploring motivations for and use of complementary medicines and nutritional supplementation among adolescents and young adults diagnosed or at high risk of type 1 diabetes
You are invited to participate in a research study being conducted by School of Health Science and National Institute of Complementary Medicines at Western Sydney University, under the lead of Dr Phoebe Zhou and Dr Catharine Fleming from Western Sydney University
The study aims to understand how and why young people aged 12– 25 years who are at risk for or diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) use complementary medicine and nutrient supplementation, i.e. nutrients, herbal products, phytochemicals, and functional foods, to manage their condition. We will explore their perceptions and factors influencing their choices around supplements to aid in the management of their chronic condition. This will help in guiding the development of and long-term management of T1D in adolescents and young people. In doing this, participants are empowered to voice their stories and share their own observations about their experiences from a personal perspective, rather than a clinical observation.
Who can participate?
We invite young people living in Australia who:
- Are aged between 12-25 years
- Who is diagnosed with or at risk of Type 1 Diabetes
What’s involved:
Participants will need to complete an online survey that approximately will take 10 minutes to complete and an opportunity to express their interest in taking part in a 2-hour workshop that will be held online.
What are the benefits:
- Provide researchers a better understanding of how young people view and utilise complementary medicine and nutrient supplementation as part of their T1D management.
- Allow young people’s voices to be heard regarding T1D treatment and care
Interested in participating?
- Complete the survey
- The information about the study and PIS forms are provided on the landing page of the survey
More information:
- Contact: Dr. Phoebe Zhou (P.Zhou@westernsydney.edu.au) and Dr. Catharine Fleming (Catharine.Fleming@westernsydney.edu.au)