Page No: 105-115
Ria Gulati and Poonam Vats
University of Delhi, New Delhi
In the twenty-first century, the psychological dimension of health has gained significant
recognition, especially in the context of managing chronic illnesses such as Type-1
Diabetes. This study aims to examine the influence of Type-1 Diabetes on self-confidence
and interpersonal closeness, by comparing Type-1 Diabetics with Non-Diabetics. For
this, a purposive sample of 120 Indian participants aged 18-30 was analysed using
correlation and independent samples t-test. The findings indicate no significant difference
in self-confidence and interpersonal closeness between Type-1 Diabetics and Non-
Diabetics. However, an inverse relationship between confidence and interpersonal
closeness was observed in both groups. Policymakers can use this study’s insights to
promote holistic health approaches, improving access to mental health services and
awareness of chronic illness’s psychological impacts. It may also reduce stigma and
discrimination against Type-1 Diabetics, promoting equality in workplaces, and
educational institutions, and have important implications in the fields of social and
developmental psychology