Holistic Care and Policy Support

Reducing stigma and improving adherence support are identified as central to better quality of life. Future research should examine subsidy awareness, diabetes technology trust, and differences by caregiver education, child gender, and family structure. The study supports holistic care that addresses medical, emotional, financial, and social needs. Families need education, coping strategies, emotional support, and stronger social support systems. Schools need inclusive spaces for insulin use, glucose management, and psychosocial support during the school day. Policy support is needed for subsidised insulin, monitoring supplies, CGMs, flash monitoring, and hybrid closed-loop systems.