Introduction to diabetes for Mental Health Workers

The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS), has developed this online diabetes program for workers in the mental health field.

The program is designed as an introduction to diabetes. It is for all health professionals working in the mental health sector who have clients with diabetes or are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The following topics are covered:

• Types of diabetes (type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes)
• How to identify those at high risk
• Screening and diagnosis of diabetes
• Prevention and management of diabetes, including the burden of ongoing self management
• Complications of diabetes, and the impact of diabetes complications on quality of life and wellbeing
• The strong association between diabetes and psychological problems.

To access the online resource follow this link: Introduction to diabetes for Mental Health Workers

Minding Diabetes

Minding Diabetes is now available on-line. This self–assessment tool for emotional health has been developed as part of the 2011–12 Diabetes and Mental Health National Development Program. 

Minding Diabetes responds to the psychosocial and mental health needs of adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It is designed to raise Registrants' awareness about the psychosocial and mental health issues which they may experience as a consequence of managing their diabetes, and guide them to seek assistance.

Website link: Minding Diabetes