As World Diabetes Day places a focus on ‘the family and diabetes’, we share findings from our research with families of children with type 1 diabetes
By Dr Christel Hendrieckx
Category: mental health
Prof Speight speaks about mental health at Parliament House, Canberra
The National Diabetes Policy Forum discussed implementation of the Australian National Diabetes Strategy: how are we doing and how do we know?
Online counselling and diabetes
What it is and why it might be a good option for people living with diabetes
By Dr Elizabeth Holmes-Truscott
Shining a light on the psychosocial impact of diabetes
In this special issue of Diabetic Medicine (June 2018), nine articles are devoted to the psychological, social and behavioural aspects of diabetes management.
By Dr Amelia Lake
How much physical activity do adults with type 2 diabetes need to feel more positive?
In #ExerciseRightWeek, we highlight a recent paper from the ACBRD, which explores the association between physical activity and depressive symptoms in adults with type 2 diabetes, and how it differs by body weight
by Ralph Geerling
The 4-step mindfulness practice for diabetes distress
For Mindful in May, Dr Adriana Ventura walks you through a simple mindfulness practice to increase resilience in the face of diabetes.
Anyone for yoga?
In a mini review, Dr Adriana Ventura examines the benefits of yoga for people with diabetes.
by Dr Adriana Ventura
UK All-Party Parliamentary Group discusses emotional and psychological support of people with diabetes
How can we ensure fewer people experience difficulties coping with diabetes? And how can we make appropriate support available for anyone who needs it?
By Dr Debbie Cooke: University of Surrey and Dr Michelle Hadjiconstantinou
2017 VicHealth awards finalist
Diabetes and Emotional Health handbook and toolkit recognised as a standout Victorian ‘Research into Action’ health promotion project.
by Jennifer Halliday
