Diabetes can affect you physically and emotionally. Living with it every day can make you feel discouraged, stressed or even depressed.

But people living with diabetes can learn healthy coping methods that help them recognize and manage their physical and emotional problems.

Don't give up on your diabetes care when it gets difficult. Instead, lean on people for support. Develop and nurture partnerships inyour personal life with your loved ones and friends. Go to group educational sessions where you can meet and relate to other people going through the same experiences. Most of all -- remember that you're not alone.

Not feeling like yourself?

Sometimes depression can be difficult to diagnose. Talk to a psychologist, social worker, family member or diabetes educator if you:

• Avoid discussing your diabetes with family and friends
• Sleep most of the day
• Don't see the benefit in taking care of yourself
• Feel like diabetes is conquering you