Mental Health of Diabetic Patients during Coronavirus 2019 Epidemic

Coronavirus 2019 is a type of viral pneumonia that broke out in Wuhan, China in December 2019 and is now spreading rapidly worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has said in a statement that the virus has caused a public health emergency around the world. On the other hand, people with underlying diseases such as diabetes, heart disease or autoimmunity are more exposed to severe consequences of coronavirus infection. However the health recommendations for preventing coronavirus are the same in all people, in these circumstances, less attention is paid to the mental health of these people. Mental health is an important factor in fighting disease that can even lead to improved physical health in individuals. Coronavirus anxiety has put the mental health of people with underlying diseases, such as diabetes, at risk, and consequently their physical health. In this situation, people with diabetes can help their physical function by using psychological treatments and prevent severe coronavirus symptoms as much as possible.