Mental Health and Diabetes

Depression and mental health are very prevalent conditions becoming increasingly common in the general population, and for people living with diabetes research shows that these may be more common. Living with a chronic condition, and needing to manage it on a daily basis can increase your risk of developing a mental health condition. 

Watch this video where Mary de Groot (Ph.D., HSPP) and Jay Hamm (PsyD, HSPP) discuss what diabetes and mental health have in common based on one of their research papers.

Check out our Support Port on Facebook to find others who might be in a similar situation to you. This is a platform to share your thoughts, ask questions or give support to others by sharing your experiences and condition. 

Remember to always seek advice from your medical practitioner before changing anything about your diabetes management. The above information is not medical advice.