Profiles

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Sophie - Interview 44

Sophie took part in a randomised controlled trial to assess the value of an intervention for use by diabetes clinicians to help young people self-manage their diabetes and other long term health conditions. Sophie enjoyed taking part in the trial and would consider other similar trials in the future.

  • Background

    Sophie aged 12 is White British and lives at home with her parents and siblings. She attends a local school and enjoys Art and cleaning her bedroom. Sophie was diagnosed...

  • Age at interview 12
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Joe - Interview 46

    Joe was invited to take part in a randomised controlled trial soon after he was diagnosed with diabetes, one year ago. The aim of the trial was to assess hospital versus home management at diagnosis in childhood diabetes. Joe was happy to take part.

  • Background

    Joe aged 15 is White British and lives at home with his parents and siblings. Joe attends a local school and enjoys football and going out with friends. He was...

  • Age at interview 15
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Ryan - Interview 47

    Ryan is taking part in a randomised placebo controlled drugs trial. Ryan was happy to take part and help other children in the future, and to help improve his own health.

  • Background

    Ryan is 12 years of age, White British, lives with his parents and brother, and goes to a local school. Ryan was diagnosed with polyarthritis at the age of 8.

  • Age at interview 12
  • Sex/Gender Male