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Diabetes and mental health
Diabetes and mental health are very closely linked. The experience of living with diabetes is often associated with concerns specific to the illness, such as fear of complications or fear of hypoglycemia. As a result, conditions such as depression, diabetes distress and anxiety can all occur.
Read More »Cindy: overcoming challenges!
Canadians with type 2 diabetes write back to their younger selves, to share personal insights and reflect on their experience of living with diabetes and starting on insulin therapy. In this post, Cindy reflects on living with diabetes.
Read More »Diabetes and anger
Diabetes and anger are very closely related. While it’s normal to be angry at times, severe and prolonged anger should be addressed and managed. Read about diabetes and anger in this article.
Read More »How to fight the diabetes blues
Do you or the person you support sometimes seem down, frustrated, or a little overwhelmed by the challenges of living with diabetes? Chances are you, your family member of friend is suffering from the diabetes blues.
Read More »The value of online support programs for diabetes distress or depression
It's well known that people with diabetes are prone to depression. In fact, it's believed that about 30% of people with diabetes experience depression.
Read More »Staying positive with diabetes: the importance of being kind to yourself
Lets face it living with diabetes can be tough!
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