Not everyone has symptoms of depression during diabetes. However, if there is a tendency in this direction; it can be checked whether some of the following features are present. Especially if these attitudes persist for more than 2 weeks, it is useful to consult a specialist.
- Persistent depressed mood
- Decreased appetite
- Sleep problems; insomnia or oversleeping
- Loss of interest in life
- Persistent fatigue
- Attention deficit
- Thoughts of death
- Feeling worthless
- Excessive guilt
All of these are among the factors that can point to depression, and it is very useful to seek psychological support in order to evaluate this process correctly, especially if diabetes is newly diagnosed.