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The mean age of onset of Type 2 diabetes mellitus is decreasing in Australia and internationally. We conducted an internet‐based survey to improve our understanding of the emotional well‐being and unmet needs of younger adults with Type 2 diabetes, and to inform service provision for this group.

A random sample of National Diabetes Services Scheme registrants (n = 1,417) with Type 2 diabetes, aged 18–39 years, living in the Australian state of Victoria received an invitation to complete the online survey. The study was also advertised state‐wide. The survey included validated scales (PAID‐5: diabetes‐related distress; WHO‐5: general emotional well‐being) and study‐specific items. A total of 149 eligible respondents participated.

Almost two‐thirds (63%) of respondents reported severe‐diabetes related distress; more than a quarter (27%) had impaired general emotional well‐being …