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THE FEATURES OF POSTTRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER DEVELOPMENT IN PATIENTS WITH DIABETES MELLITUS 2 TYPE
Anna O Kohut1, Oleg S Chaban1, Roman G Dolynskyi1
1BOGOMOLETS NATIONAL MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, KYIV, UKRAINE.
Wiadomosci Lekarskie (Warsaw, Poland : 1960)
|September 12, 2022
Summary
Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM 2) have a higher risk of developing stress-related disorders, including posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Understanding psychosocial factors can improve DM 2 treatment effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology and Psychiatry
- Investigating the intersection of metabolic disorders and mental health.
Background:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM 2) is a complex metabolic disorder.
- Chronic stress and trauma can significantly impact physiological and psychological well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of stress-related disorders, specifically posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in patients with DM 2.
- To examine the influence of psychosocial factors on the development and progression of these disorders.
- To enhance treatment strategies for DM 2 patients experiencing stress-related conditions.
Main Methods:
- A literature search was conducted on PubMed using keywords 'ptsd and diabetes 2 type'.
- 25 selected studies were analyzed for mechanisms linking psychosocial factors and traumatic events to PTSD risk.
- Focus was on non-veteran DM 2 patients to understand general population risks.
Main Results:
- Patients with DM 2 exhibit an elevated risk for stress-related disorders.
- Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a significant concern within this patient group.
- Psychosocial factors play a crucial role in the manifestation and course of these disorders.
Conclusions:
- Complex neurophysiological links exist between chronic stress and DM 2 pathophysiology.
- DM 2 patients are at a heightened risk for developing stress-related disorders, including PTSD.
- Further research into psychosocial influences can optimize treatment outcomes for DM 2.
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