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Can Your Emotions Affect Affect Your Diabetes?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭

Two diabetes meds, and I’m type two diabetic

September 14
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A DiabetesTeam Member

I know of some one that went to hospital when a truck of logs fell on him. Then became diabetic. Mine came on after divorce

September 19
A DiabetesTeam Member

I didn't even know that there was such a thing as emotional diabetes until someone told me. I think that may be my issue as well.

September 15
A DiabetesTeam Member

Sure can

Type 2 Diabetes is a metabolic disorder

Any change in hormones, from any number of causes/reasons effects your metabolism which effects blood sugar (usually jacking it up)

So pain, fear, depression, joy and dozens of others cause the release of hormones which can trigger blood sugar release from the "warehouse load" in the liver

September 14
A DiabetesTeam Member

Absolutely

September 14
A DiabetesTeam Member

Yes, emotions can significantly affect diabetes. Here are some key points:

- Stress and Blood Sugar: Stress can lead to higher blood sugar levels. One member of DiabetesTeam mentioned that lowering stress helped with their blood sugar and blood pressure
- Depression and Diabetes: People with chronic conditions like Show Full Answer

Yes, emotions can significantly affect diabetes. Here are some key points:

- Stress and Blood Sugar: Stress can lead to higher blood sugar levels. One member of DiabetesTeam mentioned that lowering stress helped with their blood sugar and blood pressure.
- Depression and Diabetes: People with chronic conditions like diabetes are more likely to develop symptoms of depression. Depression can also negatively impact diabetes management.
- Social Support: Positive relationships and social support can help buffer stress and improve both physical and mental health.
- Mindfulness: Practices like mindfulness can help manage stress and improve emotional well-being, which in turn can positively affect diabetes management.

If you're experiencing mental health issues for more than two weeks, it's important to speak to your doctor.

September 14

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