Feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in social activities are common when managing type 2 diabetes. The stress of controlling blood sugar levels can make you feel alone or left out when eating with close friends and family. Finding support is best done alongside others who understand what you are going through.

On DiabetesTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with type 2 diabetes, members talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles. Depression is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.

Here are a few question-and-answer threads about depression:

• When I'm depressed, I'm addicted to chocolate. Any advice?

• I have difficulty working long shifts on my feet. I suffer from anxiety and depression. Any advice on disability?

• How do you stop rehearsing past failures over and over in your head?

• Why am I having such a hard time getting my diabetes under control?

Here are conversations that have taken place about depression:

• I have had several bouts of depression treated with pills.

• A member shares her story about clearing out her mother's things.

• Been feeling ill with upset stomach and headaches, anxiety and depression are not helping.

Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to DiabetesTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.

Feel free to ask a question here.