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June 24, 2022
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Poor sleep quality linked to higher type 1 diabetes distress in young adults

Young adults with type 1 diabetes have more diabetes distress symptoms with shorter sleep time, lower sleep efficiency and higher sleep variability, according to a study published in The Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care.

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June 06, 2022
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Action needed to combat elevated risk for depression, suicide in diabetes

NEW ORLEANS — Risks for depression and suicidal ideation are higher among people with vs. without diabetes, and cases of suicide are likely underreported, according to a presenter at the American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions.

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June 03, 2022
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Tirzepatide, new hyperglycemia guideline among highlights for ADA annual meeting

Tirzepatide, new hyperglycemia recommendations and mental health for people with diabetes are among the key topics that will be highlighted for the first in-person American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions in 3 years.

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February 18, 2022
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Worse HbA1c, diabetes distress for current vs. former smokers with type 1 diabetes

Among adults with type 1 diabetes, current tobacco users have worse diabetes-related outcomes vs. past users and those who have quit, according to study results published in Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications.

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February 14, 2022
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Less healthy eating, physical activity for children with diabetes during virtual school

More snacking between meals, decreased physical activity and issues with sleep are among the adverse effects parents of children with type 1 diabetes reported with virtual school during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to study findings.

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January 14, 2022
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Consider military experience when assessing diabetes distress in veterans

The military experience of veterans with type 2 diabetes may contribute to their diabetes distress and should be considered by providers when discussing diabetes self-management, according to study findings.

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December 10, 2021
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High exposure to trauma, anxiety seen in children with type 1 diabetes

Psychiatric conditions such as exposure to trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders and suicidal ideation are frequent among children with type 1 diabetes and may influence disease self-management, data show.

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November 17, 2021
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Sexual dysfunctions common in adults with diabetes

About one-third of adults with diabetes have sexual dysfunction, and sexual dysfunction is associated with greater diabetes distress and worse emotional well-being and anxiety for women, according to a study published in Diabetic Medicine.

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September 08, 2021
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Diabetes distress associated with higher HbA1c for young adults, regardless of device use

High diabetes distress is associated with higher HbA1c levels for young adults with type 1 diabetes, including in those using insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, according to findings published in Diabetic Medicine.

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August 17, 2021
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Empathize, listen for diabetes distress when caring for people with complications

Diabetes care and education specialists should be understanding when people with diabetes develop complications, listen carefully to them and be alert for symptoms of diabetes distress, according to a speaker.

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