Psychosocial adjustment in patients with diabetic retinopathy in northeastern Iran: a qualitative study based on the transactional stress theory.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aimed to explore the psychosocial adaptation processes and coping methods among patients with diabetic retinopathy (DR), emphasising the importance of understanding their lived experiences.

Design

A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews.

Setting

A tertiary eye hospital in northeastern Iran.

Participants

The participants comprised patients with DR, their families and healthcare professionals.

Methods

Qualitative data were analysed based on transactional stress theory using deductive thematic analysis to identify psychosocial adaptation concepts.

Results

65% of participating patients had DR for more than 5 years. Analysis of 49 patient and 14 healthcare professional interviews revealed 6 key themes encompassing 15

SUBMITTER: Salehnezhad AS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12658524 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature