Diabetes distress and depression in type 2 diabetes. A cross‐sectional study in 18,000 individuals in the Central Denmark region
Authors' conclusion
This study emphasizes the importance of recognizing distinct features and risk factors associated with diabetes distress and depression in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Tailored care strategies for comorbid mental health issues are crucial for comprehensive management.
Study context
- Population
- Individuals with T2D aged 18–75 years, Central Denmark Region, survey 202046% response rate
- Participants
- 18,222 individuals
- Exposure
- Depression and/or diabetes distress vs neither condition
- Outcome
- Prevalence of depression and diabetes distress, and their associations with lifestyle, metabolic factors and medication
Methodological detailspopulation-based survey
- Population-based survey
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Odds ratio (95% CI)
Depressionvs Neithersmoking
2.0(1.8–2.3)
Depressionvs Neithersedentary in leisure time
2.0(1.8–2.2)
Diabetes distressvs Neitherelevated HbA1c
1.8(1.5–2.0)
Diabetes distressvs Neitherinsulin treatment
1.8(1.6–2.0)
Bothvs Either condition alonesedentary behaviour
2.7(2.3–3.2)
Bothvs Either condition aloneclinical insomnia
6.5(5.5–7.7)
Bothvs Either condition alonelow self-rated health
7.5(6.3–9.0)
Observational data: associations, not effects.
Original publication
Diabetes distress and depression in type 2 diabetes. A cross‐sectional study in 18,000 individuals in the Central Denmark region. Diabet Med. Published 12 November 2024. doi:10.
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