Diabetes-related shame among people with type 2 diabetes: an internet-based cross-sectional study.

Satoshi Inagaki Tomokazu Matsuda Naokazu Muramae Kozue Abe Kenji Kato

Published in: BMJ open diabetes research & care (2023)

Among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetes-related shame was associated with diabetes-specific emotional distress and low psychological well-being. Further research and care development are needed to address diabetes-related shame and improve the quality of life of people with diabetes.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
glycemic control
palliative care
social media
health information
pain management
quality improvement
health insurance
patient reported