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The association between poor glycemic control and PTSD in patients with diabetes mellitus in primary healthcare in Palestine

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  • Muna Ahmead

  • Hala Taqatqa

  • Maisa Nabulsi

  • June 1, 2026

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    The study found that 76.3% of diabetes mellitus patients in southern Palestine had poor glycemic control.

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    PTSD was significantly associated with poor glycemic control, with an adjusted odds ratio of 5.455.

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    Moderate to high levels of stress were linked to poor glycemic control, indicated by an adjusted odds ratio of 3.172.

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    Individuals following an average dietary pattern were less likely to experience poor glycemic control, with an adjusted odds ratio of 0.054.

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    The findings highlight the need for psychological interventions and dietary counseling in primary healthcare for diabetes patients.

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The association between poor glycemic control and PTSD in patients with diabetes mellitus in primary healthcare in Palestine

  • by Muna Ahmead, Hala Taqatqa, Maisa Nabulsi

  • June 1, 2026

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