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Effects of Mindfulness Training Combined with Tai Chi in Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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Diabetic patients: Psychological aspects.

Fatemeh Adili¹, Bagher Larijani, Mohammadreza Haghighatpanah

¹Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Centre of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 5th Floor, Dr. Shariati Hospital, North Kargar Ave., Tehran 14114, Iran. adilsfat@sina.tums.ac.ir

Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences

|December 8, 2006

Summary

Psychological support is crucial for managing diabetes effectively. Addressing mental health, self-esteem, and family dynamics improves patient outcomes through education and therapies like cognitive behavior therapy.

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Effects of Mindfulness Training Combined with Tai Chi in Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Effects of Mindfulness Training Combined with Tai Chi in Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Published on: July 14, 2023

Area of Science:

Psychology
Endocrinology
Public Health

Background:

Diabetes management is often complicated by psychological issues.
Limited empirical research exists on the impact of psychological counseling for diabetes.

Purpose of the Study:

To review literature on psychological aspects of diabetes.
To identify causes, solutions, and treatments for common psychological problems in diabetic patients.

Main Methods:

Literature search across multiple databases (PubMed, CINAHL, etc.) from 1995-2006.
Selection of 88 articles based on inclusion criteria.

Main Results:

Deficits noted in mental health, self-esteem, parent impact, and family cohesion.
Influencing factors include age, gender, social support, and lifestyle.
Education for patients and healthcare providers is a key solution.

Conclusions:

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), family therapy, and improved communication can aid treatment.
Collaboration between diabetologists and psychologists is recommended for better clinical outcomes.