Healthy Life Consultant Neslihan Sipahi gave information on the subject. Diabetes burnout is a state of mind that is usually reached years later. It starts with the disappointment we experience when we get bored with the responsibility of what we have to do in our daily routine or when we do not get the results we want even though we pay attention to physical activity, healthy eating and blood sugar monitoring. We can characterize this period by completely ignoring our blood sugar levels.
In this process, we, diabetics, may seek a freedom that pushes our limits. By adopting an attitude that exhibits self-harming health behaviors, coma, fatigue or hypoglycemia attacks may increase. This state of burnout may accompany emotional situations such as stress, anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, despair, but it should not be forgotten that; Skipping diabetes treatment hurts us more physically and mentally later on.
Wellness Consultant Neslihan Sipahi said: “Coming together with the entire diabetes team to refocus on our goals, sometimes seeing the smaller picture instead of expecting great results, allows us to achieve more along the way. Getting encouragement, insight and support from people who understand us will contribute positively to our lives with diabetes. There will always be ups and downs in diabetes. It's important to be prepared for them,” she said.