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A staff member’s 13 year old who has been diagnosed with diabetes (I am not sure which type) is in the denial stage about her condition. She is embarrassed to take her insulin shots among her friends since there are no other children around her suffering from diabetes. Apart from taking her to a psychologist, what can the mother do for her child?

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There is an adult who has diabetes, is on medication, and has mood swings. Does a person with diabetes suffer from mood swings?

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My 14 year old grandson was diagnosed with diabetes a year ago. His diabetes is out of control. So is my grandson. He’s a very angry person, and he needs help. Where can I go? What can I do?

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Our 10 year old is giving us a very hard time about checking sugars and getting insulin shots. I think now she is angry that she has diabetes and knows that it is not going to go away. Is this normal? Should she talk to a counselor?

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Does diabetes (even when the blood sugars are normal) affect the child’s behavior and/or moods?

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My son refuses to take his insulin. I get distracted by other kids and can’t watch him take his shots. Would a pump be easier?

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In someone who has anorexic tendencies and eats very little, can diabetes exist undetected for a long time? Or, would the disease be evident and easily identified?

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My child has sudden mood changes. Is this common in children with diabetes?

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My five year old daughter has had type 1 diabetes for three years, and in the past few months, she has become emotional about having diabetes. What can I say to make my child feel better? Can you recommend any web sites/books to help with the emotional side of diabetes? can he stay without insulin?

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Over the last few years, especially since retirement, my father’s diabetes has been more out of control, possibly linked to depression. Can you recommend a doctor or facility that specializes in diabetes and depression encompassing both mental and physical treatment?

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