Psycosocial Support
Living with diabetes goes beyond managing blood glucose levels—it also involves coping with emotional, social, and psychological challenges. Many patients experience stress, anxiety, depression, or burnout from the daily demands of medication, monitoring, and dietary restrictions. Stigma, financial strain, and lack of understanding from family or community can further worsen their mental well-being. Psychosocial support plays a vital role in improving diabetes management by addressing these emotional and social needs. It includes counseling to help patients cope with stress, peer support groups that provide encouragement and shared experiences, and family education to strengthen understanding and reduce caregiver burden. By integrating psychosocial support into diabetes care, patients are more likely to adhere to treatment, maintain healthier lifestyles, and achieve better long-term outcomes.