Diabetes & Mental Health in Integrated Settings: Stress Management

1. Chronic stress can lead to atrophy of the brain mass and decrease its weight.

a) True
b) False

2. Stress may cause headache, memory problems, a weakened immune response or stomach upset.

a) True
b) False

3. Common effects of stress on mood include anxiety, depression, irritability, lack of motivation or focus and restlessness.

a) True
b) False

4. The following happen to the body as a response to stress:

a) Dilation of bronchioles
b) Increased heart rate
c) Liver converts glycogen to glucose
d) Decreased digestive system activity
e) All of the above

5. Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of living with diabetes or being scared, angry or depressed since being diagnosed with diabetes are all signs of diabetes distress.

a) True
b) False

6. The following response(s) to stress may influence someone’s behavior in the following way(s):

a) Overeating or undereating
b) Drug and alcohol abuse
c) Social withdrawal
d) Anger outbursts
e) All of the above

7. A few relaxation exercises include breathing retraining, progressive muscle relaxation and grounding techniques.

a) True
b) False

8. The following is/are examples of ways to help manage stress:

a) Use of social support
b) Physical exercise
c) Relaxation activities and exercises
d) Sleep hygiene
e) All of the above

9. A score greater than or equal to 4 on the Diabetes Distress Scale alerts professionals that their patient may be experiencing diabetes distress.

a) True
b) False