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The Clinical Link between Type D Personality and Diabetes
Chiara Conti1, Danilo Carrozzino2, Chiara Patierno1
1Department of Psychological, Health, and Territorial Sciences, University "G. d'Annunzio" of Chieti-Pescara , Chieti , Italy.
Frontiers in Psychiatry
|July 23, 2016
Summary
Type D personality, characterized by negative emotions and social inhibition, is more common in diabetes patients. This personality type predicts poor medication adherence, unhealthy behaviors, and negative mental health outcomes in those with diabetes.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Endocrinology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Type D personality involves high negative affectivity and social inhibition, leading to suppressed negative emotions.
- This personality profile's impact on diabetes management and outcomes requires thorough investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and synthesize existing research on the clinical link between Type D personality and diabetes.
- To evaluate the association between Type D personality and adverse outcomes in diabetes patients.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines.
- Searches were performed across multiple databases including PubMed, Scopus, and PsycINFO.
- Keywords included "Type D personality" AND "diabetes".
Main Results:
- Seven studies were included in the review, identifying a higher prevalence of Type D personality in diabetes patients.
- Type D personality significantly predicts poor medication adherence and unhealthy behaviors.
- Type D personality is associated with negative mental health consequences, including depressed mood, anhedonia, and anxiety.
Conclusions:
- Type D personality adversely affects clinical factors and outcomes in patients with diabetes.
- Early identification of Type D personality in diabetes patients is crucial for preventing negative clinical consequences.
- This review highlights the clinical relevance of assessing Type D personality for improved diabetes care.
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