Exploring young adults' experiences with food allergy during their teenage years: A practice research study.
Britt EgmoseLotte HunicheCarsten Bindslev-JensenDorthe Susanne NielsenCharlotte Gotthard MortzPublished in: Scandinavian journal of caring sciences (2024)
Support from other peers with food allergy is crucial for the participants. Transition to independently managing risks introduces uncertainty and social constraints, affecting self-understanding and interactions. Clinicians should prioritise peer support and empower teenagers in managing the risk and psychosocial challenges.