Arab journal of gastroenterology : the official publication of the Pan-Arab Association of Gastroenterology · 2026
Journey to a gluten-free world: A qualitative exploration of challenges faced by university students with celiac disease.
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Abaoğlu Hatice, Yılmaz Türkmen Zeynep
Аннотация
BACKGROUND AND STUDY AIMS: University represents a critical developmental period in which individuals transition toward greater independence while adapting to new academic and social environments. Celiac disease (CeD) requires strict lifelong adherence to a gluten-free diet and may influence daily functioning, particularly among university students managing academic demands and social participation. The aim of this study was to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences, challenges, and adaptations of university students with CeD.
PATIENTS AND METHODS: This qualitative study employed a phenomenological approach to explore the lived experiences of nine university students with CeD. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis.
RESULTS: Four interrelated themes emerged from the analysis: emotional and social burden, challenges in navigating everyday and academic life, difficulties in accessing safe and affordable gluten-free foods, and the role of social support and acceptance.
CONCLUSION: The findings demonstrate that living with CeD extends beyond dietary management and affects multiple dimensions of students' daily lives, including emotional well-being, academic participation, and social integration. The results underscore the need for enhanced institutional support within universities, improved access to safe and affordable gluten-free food options, and increased social awareness to facilitate inclusion and well-being among students with CeD.
PATIENTS AND METHODS: This qualitative study employed a phenomenological approach to explore the lived experiences of nine university students with CeD. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis.
RESULTS: Four interrelated themes emerged from the analysis: emotional and social burden, challenges in navigating everyday and academic life, difficulties in accessing safe and affordable gluten-free foods, and the role of social support and acceptance.
CONCLUSION: The findings demonstrate that living with CeD extends beyond dietary management and affects multiple dimensions of students' daily lives, including emotional well-being, academic participation, and social integration. The results underscore the need for enhanced institutional support within universities, improved access to safe and affordable gluten-free food options, and increased social awareness to facilitate inclusion and well-being among students with CeD.