Diabetes & Mental Health തമ്മിലുള്ള ബന്ധമെന്ത്? | Everything Diabetes | Silverline Hospital

In this episode of Everything Diabetes, Dr. Tom Babu (Medical Director, Consultant Diabetologist & Endocrinologist, Silverline Hospital) and Mr. Shambhu (Clinical Psychologist, Silverline Hospital) discuss the important connection between Diabetes & Mental Health. Living with diabetes is more than managing blood sugar. As a lifelong chronic condition, diabetes can have a significant impact on emotional and psychological well being. Many patients experience stress, anxiety, fear, or depression after diagnosis, and these mental health challenges can directly affect diabetes management. Diabetes and mental health are deeply connected, yet this relationship is often overlooked. In this podcast, our experts explain how living with diabetes can affect emotional well being, why mental health plays a vital role in blood sugar control, how long term stress influences the body, and practical ways diabetic patients can improve both their physical and psychological health. Topics Covered 00:00 – Introduction 00:51 – Diabetes & Mental Health Relation 02:58 – Sugar Control and Mental Health Relation 03:55 – Long Term Stress and Diabetes Relation 04:59 – First Time Diagnosed with Diabetes Patient 08:00 – Can Stress Lead to Diabetes? 09:55 – Simple Tips for Managing Stress in Diabetes Patients 12:42 – Why Patients Skip Medicines and Exercise 14:49 – Fear After a Diabetes Diagnosis 16:33 – How a Clinical Psychologist Can Help Diabetes Patients 18:19 – Simple Tips to Reduce Anxiety in Diabetes Patients 20:02 – Diabetes Consultations: Alone or With Family? Whether you are living with diabetes, caring for someone with diabetes, or simply looking to understand the emotional side of diabetes management, this discussion offers valuable insights from experts at Silverline Hospital. DISCLAIMER The information shared in this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition, treatment plan, or medication. #diabetes #mentalhealth #everythingdiabetes #drtombabu #silverlinehospital #diabetescare #diabetesawareness #sugarcontrol #clinicalpsychology #healthyliving