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Episode 331 - Why Mental Health Matters in Diabetes Care with Cassadie Farnsworth
In this episode, Rob interviews Cassadie Farnsworth, a creator and advocate
for those living with diabetes. Cassadie shares her personal journey of
being misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes before receiving the correct type 1
diagnosis. The conversation delves into the importance of mental health in
diabetes management, the role of humor in coping with challenges, and the
significance of building a supportive community. Cassadie discusses her
transition from a career in cancer research to pursuing a path in
healthcare, emphasizing the need for self-love and grace in managing
diabetes. The episode also highlights the importance of partners in
diabetes care and creating safe spaces for open conversations about the
condition.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cassadie Farnsworth
00:44 Cassadie's Diagnosis Journey
03:43 Transitioning from Research to Clinical Practice
05:43 The Importance of Mental Health in Diabetes Management
10:30 Complications and Self-Love
16:26 Celebrating Small Wins in Diabetes Management
19:22 Influence of Psychology on Diabetes Care
21:10 Navigating Mental Health and Diabetes
21:47 The Importance of Daily Work for Mental Health
22:41 Finding Humor in Diabetes
23:40 Building Community Through Shared Experiences
26:28 The Role of Partners in Diabetes Management
27:17 Asking for Help: A Personal Journey
30:57 Creating a Supportive Environment
32:16 Navigating Relationships with Diabetes
37:30 Mental Health Strategies for Living with Diabetes
Resources:
Cassidy’s Instagram (@the_pa.tient)
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By Diabetics Doing Things
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In this episode, Rob interviews Cassadie Farnsworth, a creator and advocate
for those living with diabetes. Cassadie shares her personal journey of
being misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes before receiving the correct type 1
diagnosis. The conversation delves into the importance of mental health in
diabetes management, the role of humor in coping with challenges, and the
significance of building a supportive community. Cassadie discusses her
transition from a career in cancer research to pursuing a path in
healthcare, emphasizing the need for self-love and grace in managing
diabetes. The episode also highlights the importance of partners in
diabetes care and creating safe spaces for open conversations about the
condition.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cassadie Farnsworth
00:44 Cassadie's Diagnosis Journey
03:43 Transitioning from Research to Clinical Practice
05:43 The Importance of Mental Health in Diabetes Management
10:30 Complications and Self-Love
16:26 Celebrating Small Wins in Diabetes Management
19:22 Influence of Psychology on Diabetes Care
21:10 Navigating Mental Health and Diabetes
21:47 The Importance of Daily Work for Mental Health
22:41 Finding Humor in Diabetes
23:40 Building Community Through Shared Experiences
26:28 The Role of Partners in Diabetes Management
27:17 Asking for Help: A Personal Journey
30:57 Creating a Supportive Environment
32:16 Navigating Relationships with Diabetes
37:30 Mental Health Strategies for Living with Diabetes
Resources:
Cassidy’s Instagram (@the_pa.tient)
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