Recent studies have shown significant evidence concerning diabetes and mood swings in men. Fluctuations in mood are often attributed to fluctuating blood sugar levels. However, feelings of anger, anxiety, remorse, guilt can also be attributed to people knowing they could have prevented type-2 diabetes if they had taken better care of themselves. Men also tend to get angry with others who presumably ‘led’ them to their current state.

In 2006 a study was performed on diabetes-associated disorders such as impotence and blood pressure. Aside from these results, the study showed that men have to contend with mood swings. This is particularly true for men of advanced ages. Sam Graci, a nutritional researcher, notes that as men age their hormones change. Testosterone levels deplete and estrogen levels rise, according to Daily Diabetic.com. Therefore, some unusual patterns of mood and emotions begin to manifest in older diabetic men.

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Diabetics are especially susceptible to diabetes and mood swings. Not only is there the psychological response of anxiety and depression that follows the initial diagnosis, but there’s a physical component as well. Rises and drops in blood sugar level will directly cause moodiness for those with diabetes. Mood swings are a warning sign of an insulin imbalance. Low blood sugar can cause irritability and agitation, which may indicate an insulin overdose. High blood sugar can also cause emotional changes, indicating not enough insulin. For those with diabetes and mood swings, symptoms may include anger, sudden outbursts, and inappropriate expression of positive emotions. People struggling with mood swings and diabetes may behave in unpredictable, unstable ways. Diabetes patients are also prone to anxiety, remorse and guilt for their emotional meltdowns, and may experience apprehension and depression because of their condition. It is very important for those with diabetes and mood …