Diabetic Mood Swings

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Fluctuations in glucose levels will cause diabetics to have mood swings. The degree to which they occur depends on the numbers, how quickly and often they fluctuate, and the degree to which the patient understands what is going on with their body. These mood swings can result in anger, depression, withdrawal, and irrationality. For the diabetic, it is good if we can journal what is going on, track and analyze our responses, and learn how to recognize the mood before it hits in full force. Then we can take preventative measures. For the family, try not to become angry, accusatory, or apathetic to your diabetic loved one. Instead, learn how to calm and assure them. The life of a diabetic does not have to be a nightmare, but we must educate ourselves and find encouraging environments in which to thrive.