emotional and mental wellbeing

We take a look at some common sexual problems experienced by both men and women and options for treatment.

Walking is one of the most popular forms of exercise. It doesn't require special skills or equipment and delivers a range of benefits

The 'and strategy' and how to use it to cultivate a positive mindset.

Tips for reducing stress during christmas and the holidays

There are a number of measures which may be useful to people living with diabetes in the 2020 Federal Budget.

Anxiety, although an unwelcome neighbour, may be the condition that helps us keep safe during COVID-19.

People with diabetes have been hit extra hard by COVID-19 which has had a negative impact on their mental or emotional health.

The pressure of living with diabetes takes a significant toll on the emotional wellbeing of more than half of the people diagnosed with the condition.

Ways to avoid winter weight gain

Tips for men's health

Recognising the need for social connection during these uncertain times is important, as is developing new ways to stay connected with others. How can we do this? Here are a few suggestions.

Keep your spirits up this Easter.

In-house psychologist Katherine Dixon shares some of the common concerns she hears from people living with type 1 diabetes.

Diabetes care is generally the same no matter how old you are. However, there are some specific changes that happen with age and these might affect your diabetes.

Not everyone with diabetes requires specific care, but certain people, like the very young and old, may need help and support with managing their diabetes.

Outdoor exercise is shown to offer a unique set of benefits compared to the indoor variety including extended activity and better adherence

When you're living with diabetes it can take its toll on your emotional health. Follow these four tips and help get yourself back on track.

When you're living with diabetes it can take its toll on your emotional health. Follow these four tips and help get yourself back on track.

Regardless of whether your stress is a one-off episode or ongoing, stress causes your blood glucose levels to rise.

Have you ever had that feeling of “failing” at managing your diabetes? You may be suffering from diabetes distress.

Research continues to show that men are less likely than women to take an active role in maintaining their health and less likely to seek professional help for problems.

Hypo symptoms are the brain’s reaction to a lack of glucose and may greatly increase your emotional response which can make you exceptionally happy, silly, worried, frightened, paranoid or angry.

Many people with diabetes experience common feelings of worry, frustration, concern and ‘burn-out’. These feelings can often arise from concerns about looking after your diabetes, lack of support, emotional burden, and difficulty accessing health care services.

Our tips for men's health overall and the different ways men can keep healthy, physically and emotionally.