A "
concept map" is a diagram that helps visualize the relationship between concepts or topics. The image above shows what topics are related to the subject of Diabetes.
You can clearly see that Diabetes is a rather complex subject.
You can also see that various types of Diabetes are there: Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Prediabetes, Gestational DIabetes, and more.
You can also see common topics related to Diabetes, such as Diabetic Nephropathy, Diabetic Retinopathy, Diabetic Cardiomyopathy, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and more.
Some treatment options are also connected, including Insulin therapies, anti-diabetic drugs such as Empagliflozin and Canagliflozin, as well as other drugs like Metformin, Exenatide, and more.
Other topics including Diabetes and Exercise, Diabetic diet, and Diabetes Management are also there.
Sometimes, a concept map, such as this one for Diabetes, is very useful to get a big picture view of the knowledge landscape of that topic. It can be useful in navigating unfamiliar or complex topics to start with.