Episode 99: Where Did Diabetes Distress Come From?"
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Episode Overview
Diabetes distress is more than just frustration — it’s a measurable, research-backed challenge that affects nearly half of adults with type 1. In this episode, Neil Greathouse explains what diabetes distress is, where it came from, and why it matters for T1D management.
Key Topics Discussed
- Everyday Burnout: Why endless highs, lows, and system battles weigh so heavily.
- Behavioral Science: How researchers built tools like the T1-DDS to measure distress.
- Distress vs. Depression: Understanding the overlap and the crucial differences.
Resources Mentioned
Action Items for Your T1D Journey
1. Reflect on how diabetes distress shows up in your life.
2. Bookmark the T1-DDS quiz for later this month.
3. Share this episode with someone who might feel alone in their T1D struggles.
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