Kim Richards Therapy
Managing all of the 24/7 demands of Diabetes means walking a fine line.
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- Neglecting mental health leads to deep anxiety, depression, burn out and emotional suffering, not just for you but for those around you too.
- Untreated mental health issues can hinder emotional and cognitive development, potentially affecting work or school performance and social relationships.
- Untreated mental health issues can strain relationships with family members, friends, and partners, leading to social isolation.
Do you feel like your life is a never-ending loop of stress and anxiety impacting on your blood sugar levels and then out of control blood sugar levels giving you even more stress and anxiety? Does it seem like you don't even have time to breath or live the life you want to live?
Does everything seem to be overwhelming or too hard? Are you listening to a voice of criticism in your head that persists with negative thoughts that you can't seem to shift? Are you finding it difficult to sleep well and be healthy?
Different types of stress can affect diabetes, particularly blood sugar levels, and diabetes management in various ways. Stress triggers the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can impact blood sugar regulation.
How STRESS can affect diabetes:
Emotional Stress: Emotional stress, such as anxiety, depression, or worry, can lead to the release of stress hormones. These hormones can cause blood sugar levels to rise, potentially making it more challenging to manage diabetes.
Physical Stress: Physical stressors like illness, injury, or surgery can also lead to increased stress hormone release. This can result in elevated blood sugar levels, even in individuals who don't have diabetes. For people with diabetes, it may be necessary to adjust medication or insulin doses during times of physical stress.
Acute Stress: Short-term stressors, like a sudden deadline or a challenging situation, can lead to a temporary increase in blood sugar levels. This is often referred to as the "fight or flight" response, where the body prepares to respond to a perceived threat.
Chronic Stress: Long-term, chronic stress can have a more significant impact on diabetes management. Prolonged elevated stress hormone levels can lead to insulin resistance, making it more difficult for the body to use insulin effectively. This can result in consistently higher blood sugar levels.
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