An Overview on Diabetes distress

Abstract

Diabetes distress refers to the emotional and psychological burden experienced by individuals living with diabetes, resulting from the ongoing demands of managing the disease. It is distinct from clinical depression, although the two can co-occur. Diabetes distress includes feelings of frustration, burnout, worry, and guilt associated with self-care, fear of complications, and interpersonal issues related to diabetes. Research indicates that approximately 30% to 40% of individuals with diabetes experience moderate to high levels of distress at some point during their illness. Unlike depression, diabetes distress is considered a natural response to the chronic stress of managing a complex medical condition rather than a psychiatric disorder.