Support & Resources
Here you will find all types of resources for the Type 2 Diabetic patient. This information has been collected by The Diabetes Daily Post from a multitude of resources from around the World. We hope you find this information helpful and informative.
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| Information provided by the Behavioral Diabetes Institute (BDI).Personal Side 1. Harness Your Fears “Sentenced” to have diabetes disease is not an end; instead, it is an early discover of a potentially life-threatenings if left untreated. Thus, consider that you are lucky that you have detected a problem that can be controlled if you just harness fear to help you to manage your disease. BDI recommends: “Fight fear with knowledge” “Know the real odds” “Stay informed” “Worried about low blood sugars?” “Stay in charge” Read full text |
| 2. Overcoming Depression Occasional depression can happen even with people who are diabetes-free. However, depression is a serious matter when it come to diabetics. Thus, managing depression is one the most important consideration in the management of your diabetes. The good news is it is manageable. BDI recommends: “Watch for the warning signs” “Take action to avoid depression” “Have hope and take action” Read full text |
| 3. Defeating Denial Denial is like avoiding to pay the bills which are due. When it comes to denial in diabetic patients, it may become a habit and permanent way of life. BDI recommends: “Learn the important facts abut diabetes” “Stay informed about your own health status” “Don’t do diabetes along” Read full text |
| 4. Giving Up the Guilt It is not your fault and/or your parent’s faulty that you developed diabetes. BDI recommends: “Remember that you didn’t give yourself diabetes” “With your doctor’s help, make sure your diabetes expectations are achievable” “Get perspective” Read full text |
| The social side1. Appreciating the Power of pals You will find it is much easier to cope with diabetes with the helps of your family and friends. BDI recommends: “Ask for the help you need” “Be a pal to your pals” “Seek out new friends” Read full text |
| 2. Arresting the Diabetes Police Sometimes too much a support annoys diabetic patients; it can feel like “nagging” something that you resent. They are your police in a way. BDI recommends the way to cope: “Start a conversation” “Consider you own role” “Use the BDI Diabetes Etiquette card” Read full text |
| The Behavioral Side 1. From discouraged to Encouraged Managing diabetes is like running a marathon race; it will have ups and downs. BDI recommends: “Measure your diabetes progress in a realistic manner” “Know your A1C test results” “Don’t let blood sugar reading determine your self-esteem” “Set clear, specific, short-term goals for action” Read full text |
| 2. Keeping Diabetes in its Place Diabetes does not have to run your life. Attitude change is needed when that happens. BDI recommends: Meeting with a diabetes dentition to manage your meal plan Build a realistic plan Read full text |
| 3. Take control of Your Environment “Select a convenient place to exercise” Keep exercise equipment ready and nearby. Put away unhealthy snacks Start with a small meal portion Keep medication and glucose meter visible Read a motivational book Read full text |
| 4. Taking a Diabetes Vacation Go on line look for diabetes-related vacations Read full text |
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