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| Trigger points for a GP referral to a psychologist- New or recent diagnosis and indications of difficulty adjusting to the diagnosis (e.g. nor change made in behaviour or diet; changes in mood)
- Poor adherence to self-management strategies
- Low mood, elevated levels of anxiety and/or previous history of mental health condition
- Changes in social or occupational functioning
- Poor stress and/or weight management
- Difficulty in accepting and integrating changes in self-concept or body image
Trigger points for a psychologist referral to a GP- Ongoing poor chronic condition self-management which would have likely adverse consequences for health
- Deterioration in physical health and functioning (especially related to feet, eyes)
- Extended time between medical reviews
- Increasing symptom severity
Potential treatment by a psychologist- Biopsychosocial assessment to precede intervention
- Provide education to ensure accurate knowledge and understanding of diabetes symptoms and short/long term consequences
- Provide blood glucose awareness training
- Assist with adjustment to insulin therapy
- Provide weight and stress management strategies (including relaxation strategies)
- Evidence-based treatment for psychological disorders (e.g. mood, anxiety and eating disorders)
- Assertiveness and problems solving training
- Enhancing social support
- Psychological support for partners and carers
- Promote adherence to self-management practices such as glucose monitoring, medication, exercise, dietary changes and other self-care such as foot care
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