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Supporting emotional health

For health professionals working with people with diabetes.

People with diabetes commonly experience mental health challenges, which can negatively affect diabetes management. By asking about their emotional health as part of routine diabetes care, you can help them get the support they need.

Enhance your skills

Top tips for supporting emotional wellbeing as part of routine diabetes care.

Questionnaires

Validated, reliable and easy-to-use tools for assessing common mental health issues for people with diabetes.

Resources

A library of useful resources to help you support the emotional health of people with diabetes.

Diabetes Australia acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this Country. We recognise their connection to land, waters, winds and culture. We pay the upmost respect to them, their cultures and to their Elders, past and present. We are committed to improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by diabetes and those at risk.

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