O MeA e tAtAU OnA e IlOA - Australian Diabetes Council

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Diabetes and your emotions
Chronic diseases such as diabetes can have a major impact on
your emotions because they affect every aspect of your life.
The physical, mental or emotional reactions to the diagnosis of
diabetes and the ability to cope may impact on your diabetes,
your family, your friends and your work colleagues.
When a person is diagnosed and living with diabetes there can
be many emotions that may be experienced. These include:
• Guilt
• Frustration
• Anger
• Fear
• Anxiety
• Depression
Many people do not like the idea that they may have mental or
emotional problems. Unfortunately, they find it embarrassing or
view it as a weakness. Having diabetes increases your risk
of developing depression. Tell your doctor how you feel.
If you feel you are more comfortable talking with other
members of your diabetes health care team such as a
diabetes educator or podiatrist, talk to them.
You need to tell someone. Then you will be referred to
the right person who can help you move in the right
direction.
Recommended websites:
www.australiandiabetescouncil.com
www.beyondblue.org.au
www.diabetescounselling.com.au
www.blackdoginstitute.org.au
www.diabeteskidsandteens.com.au
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