Is there a connection between diabetes and anxiety attacks? It is known that people with diabetes are more likely than others to have anxiety and depression. In fact, according to a 2008 study conducted by the World Health Organization, people with diabetes are 40 percent more likely to have depression and about 30 percent more likely to have some form of anxiety. In addition, throughout the world mood disorders tend to become less common as patients age, but with type 2 diabetics they become even more common.

The American Diabetes Association reports that diabetes anxiety makes taking care of blood sugar levels and complications of the disease more difficult. Although there is a strong link between diabetes and anxiety problems little is known about what the relationship is. The ADA does report that the link is strongest among Hispanics and young adults.

Can Diabetes Cause Anxiety?

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