Everyone can feel sad from time to time. This is one of the emotions felt in the flow of life and it is quite normal. But you have been feeling sad and anxious for a long time; If you think you are helpless, you may be depressed, and if you have diabetes, you have a higher risk of developing depression. Diabetes can complicate your quality of life. This can make you feel sad, tired and depressed for a long time.
Trying to deal with both diabetes and depression at the same time can be really difficult. But remember that you are not alone. Research shows that 40% of people with diabetes have struggled with depressed mood since their disease was diagnosed. In this regard, depression and diabetes share some common symptoms. Some of these include being tired, sleeping too much, and having difficulty concentrating in both cases. This means your symptoms may be due to depression, diabetes, or both.
Although diabetes does not directly cause depression, the nature of diabetes may be a factor in developing it. That's why trying to deal with both diabetes and depression at the same time can be very tiring, and if you had depression before you had diabetes, your depression may get worse.
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How does depression affect diabetes?
Depression is a serious mental health condition. It can affect anyone, regardless of culture, background and family history. It can make you feel bad about yourself, your life, and your relationships. If you have been experiencing one or more of these symptoms for more than two weeks, share this with your doctor.
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Not wanting to do anything or see anyone.
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You may not be able to properly manage the treatment plan prescribed for your diabetes. This might mean not taking your medicine or testing your blood sugar, missing doctor appointments, or ignoring other health problems. All of these can lead to complications.
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Feeling depressed often and for a long time.
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Waking up a lot at night or staying in bed all day. Not being able to get up.
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Not being able to do your exercise due to feeling more tired than before. ;
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Overeating (can raise your blood sugar).
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Not eating enough.
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Feeling bad about yourself, afraid of disappointing friends and family.
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Being easily distracted and struggling to concentrate .
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Feeling restless and tense.
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Moving slowly and not wanting to talk.
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Contemplating suicide or thinking that everything will be better when you die. In this context, depression can also be even more devastating. Thinking that you will be better when you die may cause you to delay your treatment.
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Managing two conditions together:
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Diabetes programs: Diabetes programs that focus on behavior have been successful in helping people improve their metabolic control, increase their fitness levels, and manage weight loss and other cardiovascular disease risk factors. They can also help you improve your well-being and quality of life.
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Psychotherapy: Participants in psychotherapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, have reported improvements in depression, resulting in better diabetes management.
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Medications and lifestyle changes: Medications for both diabetes and depression and lifestyle changes, including different types of therapy along with regular exercise, can improve both conditions.
If you have diabetes, watch for signs and symptoms of depression, such as loss of interest in normal activities, feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and unexplained physical problems such as back pain or headaches. If you think you may be depressed, seek help immediately. Your doctor or dietitian can refer you to a mental health professional. I wish you healthy days.
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