Wednesday, January 22, 2025

‘Diabetes distress’ can increase risk of mental health problems among young people living with type 1 diabetes

Children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes are at significantly higher risk of a number of mental health issues, including mood and anxiety disorders, a study from a team in the UK and the Czech Republic has found. The findings highlight the urgent need for monitoring and support for the mental health of young people diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The work appears in Nature Mental Health. According to the charity JDRF, there are 8.7 million people living with type 1 diabetes around the world, including over 400,000 people in the UK. It is a chronic, life-threatening condition, usually diagnosed in Read More

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