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If you have diabetes you probably also have questions Watch this seven-part series to get answers that will help you start living well with diabetes Managing diabetes every day can seem like a lot of work You may be following your treatment plan But do not see results or have presented a health problem despite their best efforts It is important to find healthy ways to deal with it With the stress of managing a long-term illness This is especially true with diabetes Since stress can increase their blood sugar levels Also if they feel discouraged or frustrated Increases the likelihood that he or she will gradually adopt unhealthy habits Stop monitoring blood sugar levels and Even if you miss medical appointments But there are healthy ways to manage stress Here are some Ask for help Tell your friends and family that you are working and the ways they can help you For example go for a walk together Prepare a healthy meal together or just listen to him Connect with other people going through the same thing Ask your doctor and diabetes education and care specialists about support groups Move more A walk or a bike ride could be just what he needs to start feeling better Why When you exercise Your brain releases chemicals that improve your mood Focus on the good Celebrate all the successes you've had in managing your diabetes including the smallest ones Remembering the good will help you get through difficult times Be kind to yourself Try not to punish yourself if you don't reach a goal Do your best See what worked and what didn't and then move forward Stress can sometimes be a sign of something more serious Tell your health care team if you are feeling sad or Overwhelmed especially if they don't enjoy the things they usually like Sleeps more than usual or has trouble sleeping Take care of yourself He thinks diabetes is beating him In life there will certainly be ups and downs both in blood sugar levels and other aspects Remember that you have the support of your family friends and your health care team Your next step is to ask your doctor to refer you to services Support and education for self-management of diabetes It will gain detailed knowledge and learn skills They will help you recognize and deal with stress Are you ready to learn more Watch the full series and start managing your diabetes today