The contributors of emotional distress in painful diabetic neuropathy

Conclusions: This study found a high prevalence of emotional distress in patients with painful DN. It highlights that the differing independent contributors to anxiety and depressive symptoms are based on an individual’s circumstances and experience. We conclude by highlighting the importance of adopting a holistic approach to pain management, incorporating interventions to increase psychological flexibility alongside conventional pharmacological treatments to improve emotional distress in painful DN.
Source: Diabetes and Vascular Disease Research - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research