The NDSS is administered by Diabetes Australia
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- Episode 5
The NDSS is administered by Diabetes Australia
November 15, 2024
This week on Life on the level, hosts Isabella and Sebastian discuss the impact that living with type 1 diabetes can have on your mental health. They also unpack how common diabetes burnout is and why it can feel so hard to talk about.
Join us on Life on the Level as we get into the realities of living with type 1 diabetes, share real stories and build a community that gets it. Remember, together, we are stronger. Stay connected and follow the show, and keep the conversation going.
Want to join the conversation? We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences with living with type 1 diabetes. Contact us at [email protected]
For more information and helpful resources, head to the NDSS Diabetes Youth Zone https://youth.ndss.com.au/
NDSS Diabetes Youth Zone Wellbeing section
https://youth.ndss.com.au/wellbeing/
JDRF support groups
https://www.facebook.com/groups/T1DConnect/
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This podcast was brought to you by the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS). The NDSS is an initiative of the Australia Government and is administered by Diabetes Australia.
Diabetes Australia acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this Country. We recognise their connection to land, waters, winds and culture. We pay the utmost respect to them, their cultures and to their Elders, past and present. We are committed to improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by diabetes and those at risk.
00:00:00 – Introduction and disclaimer
00:00:23 – Mental toll of managing type 1 diabetes
00:04:47 – Stigma surrounding diabetes and mental Health
00:05:40 – How common diabetes burnout is
00:08:09 – Making sure you have a support network
00:09:32 – Dealing with diabetes burnout and mental health
00:10:20 – How to talk about it and get support
00:12:22 – Taking time for self-care
00:13:28 – When and where to get help