The Very Real and Deep Depression Often Associated with Diabetes

There are still lots more to learn about the connection between diabetes and poor mental health. However, there are lots that experts know already:

• There is an increase in the risk of developing different kinds of mental health issues from anxiety to depression to even eating disorders. 
• There is a lack of mental health professionals that fully understand the complex nature of being a diabetic and having a mental health crisis as well as medical doctors who don’t fully understand the full scope of mental health. 
• Not everyone will respond to treatments the same way - this is true for both diabetes and mental health treatments. This means that specialized treatments plans must be developed for each patient
• There are different options for treating mental health from medication to talk therapy.

Everything listed will go a long way to getting a full understanding of how to prevent or treat mental health issues for diabetics and even those who suffer from other chronic diseases or disorders