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In addition, other adolescents are living with chronic conditions such as type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), which seems to have a negative impact on the quality of life they experience daily.\nObjectives:\u00a0The study aimed to explore and describe the lived experiences of adolescents with T1DM.\nMethod:\u00a0This study employed a descriptive phenomenological approach. Unstructured individual interviews were conducted with 12 adolescents. The data were analysed using Giorgi\u2019s data analysis steps.\nResults:\u00a0Revealed shared struggles among adolescents living with T1DM. Their narratives illuminated the psychological, physical and social challenges they faced.\nConclusion:\u00a0This study unveiled the experiences of adolescents living with T1DM. The findings can help develop a more holistic clinical approach to managing adolescents with this condition, thereby enhancing their quality of life.\nContribution:\u00a0The study offered significant insights into the lives of adolescents living with T1DM and promotes awareness of their daily struggles, which gives healthcare organisations insight into what may be implemented to facilitate a supportive clinical environment that enhances the quality of life of adolescents living with type one diabetes mellitus.<\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.4102\/curationis.v49i1.2852","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,8,25]],"date-time":"2026-08-25T07:19:18Z","timestamp":1787642358000},"update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4102\/crossmark-policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["Being an adolescent and living with type 1 diabetes mellitus: A qualitative 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