Stress, depression hinders treatment

It is normal for a diabetic to experience a range of reactions which may include anger, denial, fear and anxiety about managing diabetes and future health. Feeling of depression may follow a loss and diabetes may mean a loss and still lead a full life. You may like to speak with a counselor or diabetic educator if u still feel depressed after six to twelve months.

Psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, and depression can have a profound effects on diabetic's ability to control blood sugar.