This simple shift helps us live our values and create research that truly matters
By Prof Jane Speight, Dr Elizabeth Holmes-Truscott, and Alison Robinson
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Author: ACBRD
The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes is the first national research centre internationally, dedicated to investigating the behavioural, psychological and social aspects of living with diabetes.
What does culture have to do with medication-taking in type 2 diabetes?
A new study explores medication-taking among Australians with type 2 diabetes of Vietnamese background
By Fatima Siddiqui
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ACBRD at ADATS and ADC 2025
Psychosocial Research to the Fore
By Dr Elizabeth Holmes-Truscott, Prof Jane Speight, Jennifer Halliday, Dr Edith Holloway, Dr Eloise Litterbach, Dr Uffe Søholm, and Dr Ralph Geerling
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A little less stigmatisation, a little more ACTion!
Can Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) make type 2 diabetes risk-reduction programs more supportive?
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Weight management: why a whole health system approach is needed
New research shows many people living in larger bodies face challenges getting the care they need
By Amy Silverwood
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ACBRD at ISBNPA 2025: Connection, Culture, and Care
ACBRD researchers attend the International Society of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA) annual conference
By Dr Eloise Litterbach and Dr Elizabeth Holmes-Truscott
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Diabetes and motherhood: mental health matters
ACBRD research shows new mothers with diabetes face diabetes distress and need more support from healthcare professionals
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Uncovering the Hidden Struggles of Living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D): What adults with T1D think about routine screening of diabetes distress as part of their care
A new study from Denmark highlights how screening for diabetes distress helped people with T1D to become aware of their emotional concerns and talk about it in a meaningful way
By Dr Jo Jordan
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The Language of Diabetes: what’s changed and what still needs to change?
As evidence and community perspectives evolve, we continue to reflect, adapt and advocate for language that respects and supports all people living with diabetes.
By Elizabeth Holmes-Truscott, Meaghan Read, and Jane Speight
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