BDI staff articles
brief research reviewsWe all know that Type 2 diabetes is often associated with obesity. Losing weight can help to improve blood glucose control, blood pressure, cholesterol and so much more. But it is notoriously difficult to lose weight and to keep it off, and this can be even more difficult for someone who has diabetes.
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Brief Research Reviews
Every year, we are seeing more and more exciting research focused on the emotional and behavioral aspects of diabetes. For the benefit of our readers, we regularly identify some of the most important published articles, extract the most relevant findings, and discuss the practical implications.
The Social Consequences Of Obesity: Good News And Bad News (2007)
Review Archive
Night Eating Syndrome (2006)
Problematic late-night overeating in people with diabetes may contribute to poor glycemic control, weight problems and long-term complications. Dr. William Polonsky reviews the latest research on Night Eating Syndrome.
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“Psychosocial Problems in Diabetes: How Common Are They?” (2005)
A study published in the October 2005 issue of Diabetic Medicine, examined the emotional concerns and self-management behaviors of 5104 adults with types 1 and type 2 diabetes from 13 countries around the world. The beliefs and attitudes of 2705 physicians and 1122 nurses from those same counties were also investigated. This was the largest study of its kind ever undertaken.
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The Deadly Combination of Diabetes and Depression (2005)
New evidence concerning the potent influence of depression on the long-term physical health of people with diabetes...”
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