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ReviewDiabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association2026

Psychosocial care and experiences in young adults living with early-onset type 2 diabetes: A narrative review.

Molly Caba, Márcia Carvalho, Angus Forbes, Rita Forde, Kirandip Gill, Mohsin Khalifa, Judith Parsons, Jane Speight, Paula M Trief, Michelle Hadjiconstantinou

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Review in Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. An erratum has been issued. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Molly CabaDiabetes Research Centre, Division of Global, Lifestyle and Metabolic Health, College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0732-9783
Márcia CarvalhoDiabetes Research Centre, Division of Global, Lifestyle and Metabolic Health, College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.
Angus ForbesFlorence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3331-755X
Rita FordeSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Brookfield Health Sciences Complex, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.
Kirandip GillPublic Contributor, Leciester, UK.
Mohsin KhalifaPublic Contributor, Leciester, UK.
Judith ParsonsFlorence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9656-5940
Jane SpeightThe Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes (ACBRD), Diabetes Victoria, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1204-6896
Paula M TriefSUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2827-5722
Michelle HadjiconstantinouDiabetes Research Centre, Division of Global, Lifestyle and Metabolic Health, College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimsTo review the literature on psychosocial care and experiences of young adults with early-onset type 2 diabetes (EOT2D), to identify what is known, current gaps and to develop recommendations to help advance psychosocial care and support for the population.

methodsWe searched Medline (Ovid), Google Scholar and diabetes-specific journals for English-language articles focused on psychosocial aspects in young adults (aged 18-45 years) with EOT2D. Two people with lived experience reviewed and commented on the review findings.

resultsGrowing evidence indicates that a diagnosis of EOT2D is associated with an increased risk of developing diabetes-related psychological comorbidities. Experiences of diabetes-related stigma, compounded by age-related negative preconceptions, contribute to heightening the psychosocial impact of EOT2D. Some population sub-groups appear to be more likely to experience adverse psychological effects. However, the evidence base is limited by a dearth of diverse research specifically focused on the psychosocial experiences and needs of this population (e.g., longitudinal and qualitative studies). Adults with EOT2D also experience unmet education, care and support needs relevant to optimising their psychosocial well-being and diabetes management. Overall, they require enhanced, tailored care and support that is age-appropriate, person-centred and responsive to their psychosocial needs. Digital technology and support-based strategies may help to address current gaps and improve the psychological well-being of this group, but these require further exploration.

conclusionsDespite the importance of psychosocial factors in young adults' diabetes management and outcomes, there remain gaps in research and practice and the need for further research, alongside changes in practice.

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Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2AdolescentAdultAge of OnsetHumansSocial StigmaSocial SupportYoung Adultpsychosocial factorspsychosocial interventionpsychosocial supportreview literatureself‐managementtype 2 diabetes mellitusyoung adult

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PMID42104849
PMCPMC13257897

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