The incidence of diabetes in America has grown to epic proportions; consequently, the rise in chronic disease originating from uncontrolled diabetes is also rising. What are the reasons patients are not able to adequately control diabetes? The focus of this research was to identify barriers that keep diabetics from maintaining adequate control of their disease. There are both learned behaviors and congenital behaviors that play a role in glycemic control. Specifically, there will be discussion on depression, family influence and exercise. Through scholarly research, this essay will explore the circumstances that influence diabetic control. It is through this research one will gain a better understanding of the barriers diabetics face daily.
