American Diabetes Association calls for greater focus on mental health for people with diabetes

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has announced it is working with the American Psychological Association to develop training programs for psychologists that focus on the needs of people with diabetes. Speaking at the 75th American Diabetes Association meeting in Boston, Dr David G. Marrero, ADA President, Health Care & Education, announced the partnership during his presidential address on Saturday morning (6th June). The announcement follows research by the National Institutes of Health, which noted that the stress of managing diabetes, combined with the effects of the disease on the brain, may contribute to depression. As a result, Dr Marrero said