Depression and diabetes management often overlap in ways that make treatment decisions more complicated. Patients with type 2 diabetes frequently experience depression, and depression can make daily self-care harder. However, some commonly prescribed antidepressants and psychotropic medications may contribute to weight gain, worsen insulin resistance, or complicate long-term metabolic control. …
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Living with diabetes can take a serious toll on a person’s mental well-being. Depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions often go hand-in-hand with chronic illnesses, and diabetes is no exception. Yet, despite the deep connection between mental health and diabetes, care for these conditions remains siloed. This article gives clinicians …
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