Practical Tips for Managing Behavioral Health Concerns for People with Diabetes-Practical Tips for Managing Behavioral Health Concerns for People with Diabetes

Practical Tips for Managing Behavioral Health Concerns for People with Diabetes

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The webinar discussed practical tips for managing behavioral health concerns for people with diabetes. The speakers emphasized the importance of integrating behavioral health into medical care and discussed various approaches for doing so. They highlighted the high prevalence of diabetes distress and the need to address this issue to improve patient outcomes. The speakers also emphasized the role of empathy in patient care and discussed strategies for talking to patients about mental health and seeking help. They provided resources and suggestions for finding mental health support for patients, including community clinics, psychology training clinics, and online directories. The importance of care coordination and follow-up was also emphasized. The speakers encouraged providers to normalize mental health concerns in diabetes care and to take a patient-centered approach to address these issues. Overall, the webinar provided practical strategies for incorporating behavioral health into diabetes care and highlighted the importance of addressing the mental health needs of patients with diabetes.

Keywords

behavioral health

diabetes

managing

integration

diabetes distress

patient outcomes

empathy

mental health

resources

care coordination