Body image, intimacy and diabetes
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Body image, intimacy, diabetes, stigma, hypoglycaemiaAbstract
AbstractFor many people with diabetes there are visible consequences that may contribute to the development of a negative body image. However, there is a dearth of literature concerning the effect of diabetes on body image and physical intimacy. The extent of body image-related distress can lead to suboptimal glycaemic control and perpetuate the problem. This article presents a psychological model to understand the contribution of diabetes mismanagement as a coping strategy in the reduction of emotional distress. To reduce body image-related distress, it is essential that treatments integrate both psychological and diabetes-related factors. Negative body image can be treated successfully with cognitive behavioural therapy but further research is required into the triad of body image, intimacy and diabetes.
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