Diabetes Burnout: What It Is and How to Handle It

People have to show a commitment to treating their diabetes. They can not just give up because they are tired of testing their blood sugar or sticking themselves with needles. There are different pieces of technology that people can use in order to make sure they don’t get bored or discouraged with the concept of treating diabetes. People do not want to be resigned to the idea that they can’t make mistakes with their diabetes. Mistakes are going to be made, people may eat cookies at the wrong time. We are only human, and mistakes are a part of life.

Key Takeaways:

  • There is no officially recognized medical diagnosis for diabetic burnout, but it is serious nonetheless
  • One way to stave off the experience of burning out is to practice self love and affirmation
  • Rather than fixating on the negative elements of the struggle with diabetes, try channeling one’s attention to more positive areas of one’s life instead

“It is chiefly characterized by feelings of hopelessness and resignation. And that, of course, is what makes it so potentially dangerous.”

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