Abstract / Summary
The treatment landscape for adolescents living with Cystic Fibrosis has changed rapidly in recent years and as such there is a need for updated research exploring their treatment experiences. The aims of this study were to explore the treatment experiences of adolescents aged 14-18 years living with Cystic Fibrosis. Ten adolescents with a diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis were recruited for the study. Participants were recruited from a specialist regional Cystic Fibrosis clinic. Semi-structured interviews were completed with participants and interviews were transcribed and analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. The analysis revealed four Group Experiential Themes. Themes are considered alongside their implications for research and clinical practice. Thesis is embargoed until 31 December 2026.