Lived Experiences of Coping With Type 1 Diabetes Among Palestinian Youth: A Qualitative Study

Palestinian adolescents with T1DM navigate complex challenges that extend beyond medical management to include cultural, social, and political barriers. Their coping strategies are deeply embedded in family support systems and religious faith. The findings highlight the critical need for culturally responsive, family-centered diabetes care that addresses both medical and psychosocial needs while considering the unique context of life in the West Bank.