Tuesday, 3 January 2023
The importance of wellbeing on World Diabetes Day
Steps2Wellbeing service stresses importance of mental wellbeing on World Diabetes Day
Steps2Wellbeing is reminding Dorset and Southampton residents that help and support is available if you are living with diabetes.
People who live with long term health conditions such as diabetes are at greater risk of developing anxiety and depression. Living with a physical condition can affect our mental wellbeing, and when our mood is low, we can start to adopt unhelpful habits for managing physical conditions
Steps2Wellbeing’s Body and Mind service supporst people with long term health conditions, like diabetes, with their emotional wellbeing.
Vanessa Ballard, Body and Mind lead at Steps2Wellbeing said: “We understand that the physical symptoms of a health condition like diabetes can get you down. You might feel frustrated or worried about things like your future, working or just leaving the house.
“Our Body and Mind team can help you to understand how your diabetes affects your mental health and, also how feeling down or worried can impact on how you manage your condition.
“We can work with you to try new techniques to improve how you feel. We know that the challenges or living with diabetes, aren’t ‘just in your head’ but we can show you how to manage your thoughts and improve your mood so you can take better care of yourself.”
You can access the Steps2Wellbeing Body and Mind service without going to your GP.
You can refer yourself quickly and confidentially online
