An Exergames Program for Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes: Qualitative Study of Acceptability.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Numerous barriers to moderate to vigorous physical activity exist for youths with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The virtual exercise games for youth with T1D (ExerT1D) intervention implement synchronous support of moderate to vigorous physical activity including T1D peers and role models.

Objective

This study aims to understand the acceptability of this intervention to participants.

Methods

We conducted postprogram, semistructured, televideo interviews with participating youths to elicit perspectives on the acceptability of the intervention and experience with the program. Two coders independently reviewed and analyzed each transcript using a coding scheme developed inductively by senior researchers. Discrepancies were resolved by team discussion, and multiple cod

SUBMITTER: Mak SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12159555 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature