According to a recent report, more than 4 out of 5 Indians i.e. 86 percent Indians live together. diabetes Have experienced anxiety, depression or any other mental health condition as a result of your diabetes. The report is based on a global survey of seven countries including India by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF).

This report has come out world diabetes dayThis day is celebrated every year on 14th November and the purpose of this day is to raise awareness about diabetes and its preventive measures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 77 million people above the age of 18 years in India have diabetes (type 2) and about 25 million have prediabetes.

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) says 537 million adults between the ages of 20 and 79 suffer from diabetes globally. This number is projected to increase to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045.

The report is based on a global survey of seven countries, including India, by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), which shows that diabetes impacts mental health more than previously thought.

Mental health conditions in people with diabetes are most commonly reported due to fear of developing complications (76 percent). Other factors included daily diabetes management (72 percent), getting help from a health care professional (65 percent), and access to medications and supplies (61 percent).

Importantly, the data highlighted the gender divide. Nearly 90 percent of women with diabetes experienced a mental health condition, compared to 84 percent of men. Additionally, 85 percent of diabetic patients also reported suffering from diabetes. This was mainly due to feeling frustrated or overwhelmed with daily diabetes management.

Of these, 73 percent also admitted to stopping or interrupting their diabetes treatment due to feeling stressed or overwhelmed. The report said nearly 80 percent sought more support for their emotional and mental well-being from their healthcare providers.

Globally, surveys have shown that 77 percent of people with diabetes have experienced anxiety and depression due to diabetes. Professor Peter Schwarz, President of the International Diabetes Federation, said: “Although diabetes affects both physical and mental health, care often focuses only on blood sugar management, leaving many people overwhelmed.

He stressed the need to “look beyond blood sugar for a better diabetes life.” The survey covered 1,880 individuals from seven countries, including India, Brazil, Indonesia, Pakistan, South Africa, Spain and the US.

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