Living with diabetes can be challenging. It often requires a lot of daily self-care, which can feel tiring and overwhelming over time.
It’s common for people with diabetes to experience emotional difficulties such as stress, anxiety, fear, low mood, or depression. Some people may also struggle with eating habits, diabetes-related distress, or burnout from managing their condition.
Our Diabetes Psychology Service offers compassionate, evidence-based support to help you cope with the emotional impact of living with diabetes and to support your overall wellbeing.
Organisations that can help
Diabetes UK
Diabetes UK provides trusted information, practical advice, and support for people living with diabetes, as well as their families and healthcare professionals.
Diabetes UK Helpline
A free and confidential helpline for anyone affected by diabetes, including those who are worried they may be at risk.
You can speak to trained advisors who understand diabetes and can support you with emotional, social, and practical concerns, including questions about treatment.
- Telephone: 0345 123 2399 (Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm)
- Email: helpline@diabetes.org.uk
Northern Ireland Diabetes Network
This network brings together people living with diabetes, carers, and healthcare professionals. It aims to improve diabetes services across Northern Ireland.
Know Diabetes – Diabetes Community Club
The Diabetes Community Club connects small groups of people with type 2 diabetes. It is designed by people living with diabetes to share experiences, offer support, and learn from one another.
TREND Diabetes
TREND Diabetes offers a wide range of easy-to-read educational leaflets to help people better understand and manage their diabetes.
NHS Diet Advice
The NHS provides helpful advice on healthy eating for people with diabetes, including tips on managing blood sugar levels through diet.
British Dietetic Association (BDA)
Offers reliable, evidence-based information about food and nutrition for people with diabetes.
Northern Trust Diabetes Services
Read about Diabetes Services in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust.